Center for Positive Change

10/15/2026

Today, the CPC team wore purple in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month! 💜

We stand together in support of survivors, in remembrance of those whose lives have been lost to domestic violence, and in our commitment to breaking cycles of abuse through education, accountability, and meaningful change.

Domestic violence is no laughing matter, but apparently no one taught our Director of Clinical Services how to pose for a picture! 😂💜 (Yes, that’s really him on the end. And yes, we promise his eyes were open for at least part of the day.)

All jokes aside, we are incredibly proud of the work our team does every day to support survivors, challenge harmful behaviors, and help create safer families and communities.

We wear purple today, but our commitment to ending domestic violence continues every day. 💜

10/14/2026

Another common question: “If it really happened, why didn’t they report it?”

Because reporting violence is not simple.

A survivor may fear retaliation. They may worry they won’t be believed. They may depend financially on the person who harmed them. They may fear losing their children, their home, their relationships, or their privacy.

They may feel ashamed.

They may blame themselves.

They may love the person who hurt them.

They may not even have words yet for what happened.

There is no single “correct” way to respond to trauma.

When someone discloses abuse, one of the most powerful things we can do is listen without immediately interrogating their choices.

“I believe you.”

“What do you need?”

“How can I help you feel safe?”

Those words matter. 💜

Together, we can change the way we talk about domestic violence and reporting. Challenge victim-blaming when you hear it, lead with compassion, and remind others that a survivor’s decision about when, how, or whether to report does not determine the truth of what happened.

10/12/2026

Survivors deserve compassion, not judgment 💜

10/08/2026

Awareness starts with knowing what we’re looking for 💜

10/07/2026

✨ Employee Spotlight — AGAIN! ✨

Please help us congratulate Abby, our September Employee of the Month!

Yes, you read that right, this is Abby’s second Employee of the Month win! And when your coworkers choose to recognize you more than once, that says a lot about the kind of teammate you are.

This month, Abby was nominated for her kindness, consistency, reliability, and innovation. As our Front Desk Administrator, Abby is often one of the first faces you see when you walk through our doors and one of the first voices you hear when you call. She brings warmth and kindness to our clients while being someone her coworkers know they can depend on.

Abby, thank you for showing up every day with a willingness to help, find solutions, and make CPC a better place for the people we serve and the people you work alongside.

Two-time Employee of the Month has a pretty nice ring to it.

Congratulations, Abby! We’re lucky to have you on Team CPC!

10/01/2026

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. 💜

And this year, raising awareness feels more important than ever.

Domestic violence does not always look the way people expect it to. It can be physical violence, but it can also be intimidation, coercion, isolation, manipulation, sexual violence, financial control, threats, stalking, or the slow erosion of another person’s freedom and sense of safety.

At Center for Positive Change, we believe awareness must be about more than wearing purple.

It means believing survivors.
It means having difficult conversations about power, control, consent, and accountability.
It means challenging the attitudes and behaviors that allow abuse to be minimized or excused.
It means asking why survivors are so often scrutinized more closely than the people accused of harming them.
And it means creating communities where people feel safe enough to speak, seek help, and be heard.

Domestic violence thrives in silence. Prevention requires all of us.

Throughout October, we will be sharing information, resources, and conversations intended not only to support survivors, but also to challenge our community to think critically about the role each of us plays in preventing violence.

To every survivor: your story matters. Your safety matters. Your future matters.

This month, we wear purple. But our responsibility to prevent domestic violence, support survivors, and promote accountability lasts all year long. 💜

09/29/2026

It’s Taco Tuesday! We hope to see you there!

🌮 REMINDER: Hacienda Gives Back Night is TOMORROW! ❤️

Join us tomorrow, September 29, at 100 Center Hacienda and help support Center for Positive Change while enjoying dinner!

Simply present this token to your server (physically or electronically), and Hacienda will donate a portion of the proceeds to Center for Positive Change. Every dollar we receive helps us continue making quality mental health care accessible to people in our community.

And yes, we know it’s Hispanic Heritage Month. Are we claiming Hacienda is authentic Mexican cuisine? Absolutely not. 😂 Are we claiming it’s delicious and tastes even better when it supports mental health care? Absolutely! ❤️

Can’t stay for dinner? Carryout counts, too! You can also purchase gift cards, so there are plenty of ways to participate.

Grab your family, friends, coworkers, or anyone who can be persuaded with chips and salsa, and come support CPC!

Don’t forget: You MUST present the token for your purchase to count toward the fundraiser.

Thank you for helping us keep mental health care accessible in our community. ❤️

09/28/2026

🌮 REMINDER: Hacienda Gives Back Night is TOMORROW! ❤️

Join us tomorrow, September 29, at 100 Center Hacienda and help support Center for Positive Change while enjoying dinner!

Simply present this token to your server (physically or electronically), and Hacienda will donate a portion of the proceeds to Center for Positive Change. Every dollar we receive helps us continue making quality mental health care accessible to people in our community.

And yes, we know it’s Hispanic Heritage Month. Are we claiming Hacienda is authentic Mexican cuisine? Absolutely not. 😂 Are we claiming it’s delicious and tastes even better when it supports mental health care? Absolutely! ❤️

Can’t stay for dinner? Carryout counts, too! You can also purchase gift cards, so there are plenty of ways to participate.

Grab your family, friends, coworkers, or anyone who can be persuaded with chips and salsa, and come support CPC!

Don’t forget: You MUST present the token for your purchase to count toward the fundraiser.

Thank you for helping us keep mental health care accessible in our community. ❤️

09/22/2026

We are ONE WEEK away! Join us at Hacienda 100 Center on 9/29 for Taco Tuesday and support local mental health services! Present this token, physically or electronically, and Center for Positive Change will receive a portion of the proceeds. ❤️

🌮 Eat Well. Give Back. Support Mental Health! 💚

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, September 29th and join us at Hacienda at 100 Center in Mishawaka for a delicious meal that gives back to our community!

Center for Positive Change is partnering with Hacienda for a Gives Back Fiesta, and we’re inviting all of our friends, families, supporters, and community partners to join us.

It’s easy:
🌮 Enjoy lunch, dinner, or your favorite Hacienda treats
🎟️ Present our Gives Back coupon to your server
💚 20% of your purchase will be donated back to Center for Positive Change!

Every meal helps support CPC and our mission of keeping quality, affordable mental health services available to children, adults, and families in our community.

So grab your family, invite your friends, and make a night of it! Good food + good company + a great cause. What could be better?

📅 Tuesday, September 29th
📍 Hacienda – 100 Center, Mishawaka

Don’t forget to bring the coupon and give it to your server!

We hope to see you there! 🌮💚 And please share this post to help us spread the word!

09/10/2026

Today, September 10, is World Su***de Prevention Day.

This year’s theme, “Changing the Narrative on Su***de,” challenges the belief that someone must be in a severe crisis before they deserve support. You do not have to wait until things become unbearable to reach out.

It may be time to ask for help if you are:

* Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, hopeless, or emotionally exhausted
* Struggling with grief, relationship problems, parenting, work, or major life changes
* Withdrawing from others or no longer enjoying the things you normally do
* Having difficulty coping, sleeping, concentrating, or managing daily life
* Worried about your substance use or unhealthy coping habits
* Simply feeling unlike yourself or needing someone safe to talk to

Your reason does not have to seem “serious enough.” If it matters to you, it matters.

For counseling and ongoing support, contact Center for Positive Change to learn about services or schedule an appointment. If you need immediate emotional or crisis support, call or text 988 to reach the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline, available 24/7.

Reaching out early is not overreacting. It is an act of strength, and you are worthy of support.

***dePreventionDay