Stronger Together

When Elena first reached out to Sarah’s Inn, she was seeking legal help after a violent incident at home. With a Sarah’s Inn legal advocate by her side, she obtained a two-year order of protection for herself and her two children, bringing an immediate sense of safety to their home, workplace, and school. But Sarah’s Inn’s care for Elena did not end in the courtroom. Her legal advocate connected her with a counselor, opening the door to additional support for the entire family. Over the past year, Elena has participated in advocacy sessions and support groups where she has been able to process her experiences, develop safety plans, and gain a better understanding of domestic violence’s impact on families. Her daughters attend weekly children’s support groups, giving them a safe and welcoming space to talk about their experiences and build skills around healthy relationships and coping mechanisms, express emotions, and boost their self-confidence. Elena shared that these groups