St. Peter’s Crime Victim Services is kicking off its inaugural “Paint the Town Teal” campaign in the City of Troy. As part of the month-long effort, teal-colored flags and ribbons will be displayed throughout the city to show support for survivors of sexual violence and to raise awareness. The effort will coincide with National Sexual Assault Awareness Month in April. [...]
Knowing the warning signs of an unhealthy relationship can be crucial for supporting someone’s safety and well being, especially when they are navigating the world of teen dating. [...]
There are many ways for an intimate partner to control another person; some emotional, some physical. When discussing physical control tactics, strangulation is a red flag and indicator of potential lethality. [...]
St. Peter's Crime Victim Services hosted the 2nd Annual Strides for Survivors 5k Run/Walk/Roll. Strides for Survivors' goal is to engage our community in important conversations around victimization, community response, and prevention. This year, participants and sponsors raised nearly $10,000 to support St. Peter's Crime Victim Services' mission of reducing the impact of crime. [...]
The process of identifying as a survivor is a unique experience for every individual. But when is the right time? And where should you turn for support? [...]
Volunteers from #Siena College and the New York State Police packed 500 care packages for sexual assault survivors being treated at St. Peter's Health Partners' hospitals. [...]
Some emotions are overwhelming and intense and expressing them may feel impossible. But healthy communication serves us so that we are not only heard, but hopefully understood. Likewise [...]