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Hi First, I want to congratulate you for trying to become a nurse, that is a very noble profession Helping people is always very rewarding I also want to congratulate you for your 4 year relationship with your boyfriend. This IS a very good place for you to be to begin dealing with your trauma. The members here are very friendly, helpful, understanding, and SUPPORTIVE. Take your time browsing the website, and feel welcome here. It is completely normal to be nervous when first becoming a member here. Hopefully, after reading posts from other members it will be helpful for you to post yo

Hi Aisnz, and all of the other new members, Welcome to After Silence

Hi Tonyia, Welcome to After Silence The members are very friendly, helpful, understanding, and most important very, very supportive Please try and relax here, AS is a safe place for you to start your healing and recovery It is very common to feel nervous when you become a member here, we all felt that way when we started. Your first step towards your recovery is reaching out for support here I want to remind you to read the "Guidelines and Rules" listed at the bottom, right-side of the forums page. I hope you enjoy your stay here, and hope we can help you heal and recover

Adventist Connect - FM - Domestic Violence -Help & Support http://www.adventist.org.au/domestic-violence-help-support Click on your location to view contacts and resources for domestic violence and abuse. New Zealand Pacific Islands · Australian Capital Territory · Northern Territory · New South Wales Queensland · South Australia · Tasmania · Victoria · Western Australia

The above link posted by John, is no longer accurate, or the telephone numbers This is the NEW Information Wichita Area Sexual Assault Center http://wichitasac.com/ Wichita Area Sexual Assault Center works with individuals and communities through comprehensive services and education to create a culture of intolerance for sexual violence and an atmosphere of healing for those impacted by it. Location WASAC 355 N. Waco, Suite 100 Wichita, KS 67202 24 Hour Crisis Line Call us at (316) 263-3002 or toll free 1-877-927-2248 Services FREE & CONFIDENTIAL crisis intervention, support, information

Maine Coalition to End Domestic Violence Statewide Domestic Violence Helpline Hotline - 1-866-83-4HELP Hearing Impaired: Use Maine’s Telecommunications Relay Service-1-800-437-1220 Website-http://www.mcedv.org/

Maine Coalition Against Sexual Assault (MECASA) 83 Western Ave. Suite 2, Augusta, ME 04330 Hotline: 1-800-871-7741 TTY: 1-888-458-5599 Web: MECASA

Sexual Assault Response Services of Southern Maine (SARSSM) 1-800-313-9900 SARSSM crisis info page. We provide support to all people affected by all types of sexual violence including women, men, gay, straight, young, old …. We believe that everyone has the inner strength to find their own path to healing from sexual assault, sexual abuse and any other forms of sexual violence. Our advocates are trained to respond to many aspects of sexual assault and are knowledgeable about the resources available to assist in healing. They are committed to providing non-judgmental support and guidance to a

Thank you for the reminder

(Delaware) Gay & Lesbian Domestic Violence Delaware Coalition Against Domestic Violence http://www.dcadv.org/sites/default/files/pdfs/dv_gay_Lesbian.pdf

Hi umbc1979, Welcome to After Silence. I am sorry that because of your past assault, that you found us, but I am very happy that you did. The members here are very friendly, understanding, and supportive. Suggestion #1, read the Guidelines and Rules located at the bottom right of the Forums page. Suggestion #2, Browse around the different Forums, and read what people are posting, as this will give you a good idea about how to begin. Suggestion #3, Posting a small description about yourself. Relax, It is common to be nervous, but you are among friends that understand what happened to you. You

Hi hope4healing, Welcome to After Silence I am very sorry about your what happened to you that brought you here. I am also very happy that your family is supportive. Many people, unless they are survivors themselves, understand how it feels to be abused. The members here are very friendly, and supportive, as we know how you feel. This IS the RIGHT place to come for Support. Take one day at a time. You CAN and WILL heal and recover. Feel free to ask any questions that you may have.

Thank you for your kind words You DO have a right to be upset. I still have memories of CSA that happened over 50 years ago. Rape, or any other kind of sexual abuse is NEVER the victims fault. Please DO NOT blame yourself about what happened. The key to your healing and recovery is to remember that the abuse happened in the PAST. You need to concentrate on the Present and Future Your healing will probably take some time before you recover completely. Be Strong. You CAN and WILL Recover. If you have not already done so, I would recommend that you try and find a therapist to help you with you

(Gainesville)-Peaceful Paths http://www.peacefulpaths.org/ For more immediate response, contact the hotline at 352-377-8255 or toll-free 800-500-1119. Peaceful Paths provided over 7500 nights of shelter to adult and child victims of domestic abuse over the past 12 months. In addition, the agency worked with nearly 3,500 youth through violence prevention and healthy relationship skills programs to address the ongoing cycle of violence in our communities. Advocates answered 2,250 hotline calls, and provided 8,500 hours of counseling and support group education. Peaceful Paths will make every

Hi Tweeter3, Please do not be nervous here You are safe here. The member's are very friendly, helpful, understanding and Supportive I am very happy that you are seeing a therapist. AS members WILL Support you. Feel free to post any questions that you might have, sometimes the Mod's are busy, and you can get a faster answer to your questions from the members Do not worry about being "tech Challenged". Try and relax, we all felt nervous when we first became members here. If you make a mistake in a post, a Mod will most likely PM you, and NOT embarrass you in the Forums. We all make mistakes

Hi tm2566, I am sorry that you suffered trauma in the past, that brought you here, but I AM very happy that you reached out for support here The members are very friendly, helpful, and understanding. The members here will ALWAY's Support you If you could list what type of advice and/or support you need i would be easier for members to help you. You are not alone.

Welcome to AS Hollith The members and Staff are very friendly understanding, and supportive. I am also very happy that you reached out for support here

Americans Overseas Domestic Violence Crisis Center And the Sexual Assault Support & Help For Americans Abroad Program, SASHAA. http://www.866uswomen.org/ Our Global Campaign To Empower Americans Experiencing Domestic Violence Abroad began in the fall of 2009 in Europe and, during the next three years, will be expanding to Asia, Central America, South America, and Northern Africa. The Americans Overseas Domestic Violence Crisis Center can be reached internationally toll-free from 175 countries. To contact the toll-free crisis line from overseas, first dial your AT&T USADirect access num

Thank You Chelsea. Anything I can do to help AS Members

Delaware Domestic Violence Coordinating Council Personalized Safety Plan http://dvcc.delaware.gov/documents/safetyplan2003.pdf The Personalized Safety Plan offers excellent advice wherever you live

Delaware Directory for Statewide Services Children Exposed to Domestic Violence http://dvcc.delaware.gov/documents/StatewideChildrenExposedDV042209.pdf

The above link to Link to website posted by xxloreleixx in not correct! The correct link is http://dvcc.delaware.gov/dv_resources.shtml Delaware Domestic Violence Coordinating Council Domestic Violence Resource Guide http://dvcc.delaware.gov/documents/DVResourceGuide2007.pdf

hi kissycub, Welcome to After Silence The members are very friendly, helpful, understanding and supportive. You have already received information about having to post 10 messages before you can share your story. IF you are in severe crisis, I recommend that you contact a therapist and/or Psychiatrist. AS members can be very helpful, but if you are in severe crisis you need to speak with a Professional. Hoping you feel better. Take one day at a Time.

Hi Haley, Welcome to After Silence again. I am sorry that you had to experience your trauma that brought you here, but I am very happy that you finally reached out for support here. Speaking about your trauma, and not holding it in is very helpful for your healing and recovery. The members are very friendly, helpful, understanding, and very supportive. Feel free to post any questions that you may have. Hoping you can find work, and your transition goes well for you