March Newsletter
We are looking forward to longer, warmer days ahead! The Peace House team is hard at work gearing up for spring and has some exciting opportunities to connect with the community coming up. March is Women’s History Month. The 2022 Women’s History theme, “Providing Healing, Promoting Hope,” is both a tribute to the ceaseless work […]
Peace House Sunsets Bling Fling
We are so grateful for the many dedicated volunteers who have made Peace House’s Bling Fling a dazzling success for seven years. Thank you to those who participated in this holiday-shopping spree every year, and to the many supporters who donated their bling. Together we have raised more than $300,000 in direct support of victims of interpersonal violence […]
Volunteer Appreciation Picnic in the Park
Register for Event If you have questions, please email events@peacehouse.org. https://peacehouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Volunteers.mp4
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month
During the month of April, Peace House and other’s around the globe are raising awareness about sexual assault. According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV), between 40% and 45% of women in an abusive relationship will also be sexually assaulted. The intersection between domestic violence and sexual assault is quite large. In fact, […]
Family Resources While Socially Isolating-Keeping the Kids Engaged
Resource Suggestions from our Community These are unprecedented times. COVID 19, for those who are healthy, has mandated a community wide, unexpected Staycation. Our community partners have been sharing some wonderful resources to assist with the challenges of housebound families and cultural inclusivity tips for organizations providing resources for the underserved. Entertainment Suggestions from Wasatch […]
March Updates Amid Current Situation
Our domestic violence victim services are operating. If you, or someone you know, is in an abusive relationship or feeling unsafe, please contact our 24/7 HELPLINE at 1-800-647-9161 to speak to an advocate. Help is available. In consultation and collaboration with the Summit County Health Department, Centers for Disease Control, Department of Human Services, and […]
Orange the World: Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
Orange the World: Park City High School social justice club End Violence Now prepares for Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
For Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Missing From the Table
Missing from the Table Locations: Wasatch Library 465 East 1200 South Heber, UT 84032 Contact: Juan Lee Juan Lee <JLee@wasatch.utah.gov> Kamas Library 110 North Main Street, Kamas UT 84036 Lee Whiting lwhiting@summitcounty.org Heber Health Department 55 500 East Heber, UT 84032 Trudy Brereton <tbrereton@wasatch.utah.gov> Summit County Courthouse 60 North Main Street, Coalville UT 84017 Janna […]
Peace House Presents at the 68th United Nations Civil Society Conference
Veronica A. Fajardo, CSC is a Bilingual Therapist at Peace House and works with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. She provides individual therapy and leads support groups for parents and families on nonviolent parenting. She also leads groups for incarcerated men and women who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder and substance abuse. Veronica […]
Peace House Celebrates Summit and Wasatch County Law Enforcement
Peace House Thanks Summit and Wasatch County Law Enforcement Walk a Mile in Her Shoes 2019, a men’s march against domestic violence, has been supported by the Park City Police Department and the Summit County Sheriff’s Office from the very first year and this year Wasatch County Sheriff’s Office joins us too. Area law enforcement […]