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…ividual and group counseling to adults, children and adolescents. Prior to Freedom House she worked with youth in alternatives to detention and incarceration programs, student veterans and crime victims. Since opening in 2006 as one of t…

Studies reveal that 80 to 90% of children who live in violent homes are keenly aware of the violence. ("Effects of Domestic Violence on Children," Mediation Quarterly)* The fact is, children often come to programs like Barrier Free Living�…

…ividual and group counseling to adults, children and adolescents. Prior to Freedom House she worked with youth in alternatives to detention and incarceration programs, student veterans and crime victims. Approximately 12.7 to 17.9% of Am…

Art created by the children living at Barrier Free Living's Freedom House domestic violence shelter will be on display Monday October 17. The exhibit is presented by the NYC Mayor's Office to Combat Domestic Violence, NYC Human Resou…

…ser and the victim. But what about the children? Ray and Janay Rice have a 2-year-old daughter. We don't know if she has ever witnessed domestic violence in her household or ever will. What we do know is more than 3 million children hav…

…kes a look at the toll war takes on the children of warriors. View the Video. …

…ents by Secrets catering and the Harlem Children's Zone (HCZ) was held at BFL's Freedom House emergency shelter. Events by Secrets provided Freedom House families brunch, a  hot dog cart,  popcorn cart and gifts. Harlem Children Zone pro…

…r event to benefit homeless mothers and children, donating gifts to the kids of Freedom House Emergency Shelter. "The children each received a backpack with supplies, a new pair of sneakers, an outfit, and gift card to Children's Place," s…

Sexual Abuse of Children with Disabilities: A National Snapshot was recently released at a congressional briefing in Washington, DC.  The report provides an overview of the latest research on the incidence and prevalence of sexual abuse o…

…er (90-180 day stay) for women, men and children. We serve both families and single individuals with or without disabilities. We have worked with people from 40 states and internationally and we welcome all members of the LGBTQ community. O…

…iver birthday & graduation cakes to children in foster care and youth overcoming adversity on their special day.      …

…ays had a special place in my heart for children," says Paul. "At Barrier Free Living, that translated into the children of Freedom House.  We were one of the first domestic violence shelters to create children's programming that was more …

…semester we had four sessions where our children were able to learn, interact and receive love and affection from these trained therapy dogs. We had a total of four dogs visiting." The final session in June had eight children taking part…

…ng legally blind, she was abused by her children."  With support from Barrier Free Living (BFL) she was connected with New Destiny. New Destiny Housing is committed to ending the cycle of domestic violence and homelessness by connecting…

…ducational and art activities where the children learned about the life and works of artists Jean Michel Basquiat and Alma Woodsey Thomas. The kid's art was on display during a special event at the end of March, when they also shared about…

…issue of violence against women men and children. For those who have been affected by violence, it is a means of expressing their emotions by decorating a t-shirt.    …

…issue of violence against women men and children. For those who have been affected by violence, it is a means of expressing their emotions by decorating a t-shirt. Read about our Clothesline Project.   …

…called home to adults, adolescents, and children with disabilities and those who are D/deaf who are seeking safety.  We look forward to continuing our journey to provide fully accessible and safe shelter spaces for all.`` The winners acro…

… great fit. "The joy of working with children is that I get to see them smiling and being excited to go to the learning center.," says Edward who works closely with Senior Childcare Worker Omecka at the Bronx based supportive housing pro…

…use domestic violence shelter. “My children lived with me, and when I lost my sight they took advantage of the situation,” says Diane whose husband passed away in 2009. “They mentally, emotionally, financially and physically abused…

…y drawn to the fact that over a hundred children live at the agency's shelter and supportive housing program. The students organized a drive, under the guidance of Nelson Arroyo (English Department, MS Community of Learning Coordinator)…

…issue of violence against women men and children. For those who have been affected by violence, it is a means of expressing their emotions by decorating a t-shirt. Read about our 2019 Clothesline Project.   …

…wife of over 60 years, Anne, as well as children Katherine, Louise, Jean and Frank. A memorial service will be held in Maine, where his family ran a summer camp for girls, later this year.        …

…of experience working with individuals, children and families as an agent of support and guidance. She can provide a safe place to have a "real talk" and open discussions of all factors that impact "who we are and what we do; as a person of…

…abilities. Freedom House accepts women, children, and men.  Its programs include individual counseling for adults and children, support groups, safety planning, case management, housing assistance, occupational therapy, financial clinic se…

…abilities. Freedom House accepts women, children and men.  Its programs include individual counseling for adults and children, support groups, safety planning, case management, housing assistance, occupational therapy, financial clinic ser…

…, the client or colleague has screaming children at his or her end of the call, make it a ten minute call and have another ten minute call later or next day. If a project needs to be postponed, schedule it or break it into steps that you…

… serving approximately 1,500 adults and children. Our teams provide counseling, case management, financial empowerment, and wellness programming. However, BFL is more than just direct services. We support our participants, tenants and re…