Abuse and Rape Crisis Center, Bradford County, PA

10/30/2026

October is almost over, but domestic violence doesn't follow a calendar. People may slow down their posts, the purple ribbons may come down, and the world may move on to something else. But survivors?

They're quietly planning their escape right now, still hiding, still questioning themselves, still learning what happened to them, still trying to feel safe in their own bodies. Some are still living it, not realizing yet that what they are experiencing is abuse. Some just got out, while others have been out for years and are still rebuilding the parts of themselves they had to lose to survive.

Survivors don't get to put an end date on their triggers, their healing, or their pain.
Awareness shouldn't have an expiration date either. Keep talking about it, keep sharing resources, keep believing survivors, & keep making it easier for someone to recognize what is happening to them.

You are so loved 💜 If you need support, reach out to our hotline. An advocate is always available 💜

10/30/2026

Check out just SOME of the many businesses that have donated to the auction this year! The auction opens on November 5th at 8am and closes on November 7th at 5pm! Don't miss out!

Arey Building Supply
The Daily Review
Small Dog Orchard
Canton Chatterbox Restaurant
Shepard Hills Golf Course
Shores Sisters
Pudgies Pizza
Oliver's Bar and Grill
Genesis Salon
Building No 9 Grille
Cargill
Armenia Mountain Spirits
Reagan Steele Jewelers
Leona Meat Plant
The Grille at the Train Station
Mooney's Sports Bar and Grill
The Ram Zone
Dreams to Reality Tours
Walmart
Wysox Merchant Center
Rocket Courier
Connie's Super Market
Chumpy's Pizzeria
Sam's Bar & Grill

10/29/2026

There doesn't need to be a perfect explanation for why you stayed, why you went back, or why it took time to leave. You don't have to justify the choices you made while trying to survive.

We believe you. We're not here to judge. We're here to support you, wherever you are in your journey.

This DVAM, let's stop asking survivors why they stayed and start making sure they know they don't have to face it alone 💜

If you or someone you love is experiencing violence, call our hotline to speak with an advocate. ARCC is here for you: 570-265-5333.

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10/28/2026

⭐⭐Our ONLINE Silent Auction is FAST approaching! We are getting everything ready for the big opening on November 5th at 8:00am. The auction will be open until November 7th at 5:00pm. Remember

⭐⭐Your Bid Makes a Difference!⭐⭐

Stay tuned for preview photos and more information over the next few days!

10/22/2026

Today is DVAM Day of Giving! 💜

When you , you help us continue our essential work. Every donation makes a difference and helps us provide ESSENTIAL support for domestic violence survivors.

affected by domestic violence. Everyone deserves to feel safe, supported, and heard! The Abuse & R**e Crisis Center is always here. 💜

Please consider making a donation today by scanning the QR code below OR visit our website: https://www.arccbc.org/get-involved

Together, we can make a difference. 💜

10/21/2026

LGBTQ individuals are MORE likely to experience intimate partner violence:
- 58% of bisexual men/women experience IPV
- 56% of le***an women experience IPV
- 48% of gay men experience IPV
-54% of trans/non-binary individuals experience IPV

They have reported sexual violence, physical violence, and/or stalking from their intimate partners. This is unacceptable. LGBTQ survivors deserve to feel supported & safe from violence.

The Abuse & R**e Crisis Center can help. ARCC is a safe space for EVERYONE. If you or someone you know is experiencing violence, reach out 570-265-5333. An advocate is available to help.

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10/19/2026

💜 Standing Together for Our Community: Support, Safety & Healing 💜

Our hearts are heavy as our community processes the heartbreaking tragedy involving the deaths of Tristan and Charles Harrison from Towanda. We extend our deepest condolences to everyone grieving this unimaginable loss.

Events like this can leave families, friends, neighbors, and our entire community searching for answers and struggling with difficult emotions. They also remind us of the importance of recognizing warning signs, reaching out when we are concerned, and making sure people know they are not alone.

At the Abuse & R**e Crisis Center (ARCC), we want our community to know that help is available. Domestic violence does not always look the same from one relationship to another, and it is not always visible to those on the outside. Sometimes, the people who need support are not only the individuals directly experiencing abuse, but also the family members and friends who are worried about someone they love.

💜 How can you support someone who may be experiencing domestic violence?
• Listen without judgment and let them know you care.
• Express concern privately and compassionately.
• Avoid blaming, pressuring, or confronting an abusive partner, as this may increase the risk of harm.
• Encourage them to connect with a trained advocate who can help explore options and develop a safety plan.
• Remember that leaving an abusive situation can be complicated and potentially dangerous. Professional support can help individuals make informed decisions about their safety.

ARCC is here for survivors, families, and concerned loved ones. Our services include 24/7 crisis support, safety planning, crisis intervention, counseling support, and referrals to community resources. You do not have to navigate these difficult circumstances alone.

📞 Local and National Support Resources

💜 Abuse & R**e Crisis Center (ARCC)
Call 570-265-5333 for confidential crisis support, safety planning, and referrals.

💙 Concern Crisis Intervention
Call 877-724-7142 for after-hours mental health crisis support in Bradford and Sullivan Counties.

🩵 Bradford/Sullivan Mental Health Services (Toll-Free): Call 800-588-1828 (Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

💚 Northern Tier Counseling
Call 570-265-0100 to inquire about counseling and mental health services for children, adults, and families.

🩵 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 for free, confidential, 24/7 support for anyone experiencing emotional distress, a mental health crisis, or thoughts of suicide—or for someone concerned about a loved one.

🚨 If someone is in immediate danger, call 911.

As the investigation into this tragedy continues, we encourage everyone to approach those affected with compassion, respect for privacy, and sensitivity. We also recognize the important work of law enforcement and first responders who respond to these devastating situations.

Please remember: You do not have to wait for a crisis to ask for help. You do not have to have all the answers to support someone. And you do not have to face a difficult situation alone.

Let us come together as a community to look out for one another, offer kindness instead of judgment, and connect individuals and families with the support they need.

💜 There is help. There is hope. And our community is here for you.

Send a message to learn more

10/16/2026

Abusive partners use manipulation & control techniques against survivors:
-Sabotage survivor's employment or not allowing them to secure employment
-Ruin survivor's credit which can cause rifts in affordable housing
-Control access to finances and financial resources
-Stop survivors from accessing childcare

When these are out of reach for survivors, it keeps them trapped in domestic violence relationships. Survivors see these as barriers to receiving help, and as a community, we hope to break down these barriers. suffering with domestic violence. Let's break those barriers together! Reach out to us at 570-265-5333

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10/14/2026

During a time when the loss of a loved one is the hardest....community events are sometimes soothing. Mark your calendars.

10/14/2026

TOMORROW is Purple Thursday! 💜

Join the Abuse & R**e Crisis Center, along with advocates and survivors across the country by wearing purple tomorrow! Purple is the color of domestic violence and we wear purple to unite EVERYONE in our work to END violence.

So, TOMORROW, Oct 15th, wear purple, speak out and help end violence! 💜

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