Domestic abuse has become the shadow pandemic to Covid-19. Quarantining with an abuser who may already be in an elevated stress level increases the chance of domestic violence. Anxiety associated with living on the edge of trauma compounds the issue. Gathering strength and finances to leave an abusive relationship may sound like an impossible… Continue Reading Domestic Abuse Resources
Covid-19 and the economic crisis disproportionately impacts women. The impact is due to the type of work women typically perform. The current childcare system relies on a low-earning, predominantly female workforce to provide childcare. Which does not meet the needs of working parents of different income levels. The LBJ School of Public Affairs at The… Continue Reading Covid-19 and Economic Recovery
Transitional Housing program through YWCA-MC is helping fight homelessness. Our Transitional Housing Case Manager has continued to place families in safe, affordable housing accommodations. Successful placements are made possible through flexible financial assistance as well as relationships with local property management companies. We also have strong community partnerships, and holistic case management. This program is… Continue Reading Transitional Housing Program
De Paesano A Paesano program is our community based Food bank program. YWCA-MC continues to provide relief to our community. Launched in July 2020, the De Paisanos a Paisanos Program is an initiative to address the needs of the YWCA MC clients and client families who are experiencing heightened economic insecurity due to Covid 19… Continue Reading De Paesano A Paesano Program
Domestic Violence shelter services has been at an all-time high since the beginning of the pandemic. Providing domestic violence survivors with safety and security is a challenging priority. As such, we have been working to establish new pathways for clients to access appropriate housing upon their exit from the shelter. We are excited to announce… Continue Reading Domestic Violence Shelter