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Is My Partner Sabotaging My Job? Even from a distance, an abusive partner can undermine you

Posted on April 10, 2024

For domestic violence victims, work may feel like a safe haven. But an abusive partner can still sabotage your career and your financial independence, as a means of control. Their…

Jonathan Majors Was Sentenced to An Abuse Intervention Program. What is That?

Posted on April 9, 2024

Jonathan Majors, who was set to play a critical role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, was dropped by Marvel Entertainment after his ex-partner accused Majors of “a pattern of pervasive…

How One Workshop Changed A Teen’s Life

Posted on March 7, 2023

Shopping usually isn’t a transformative experience.   However, Maddie Hahn, the Manager of JBWS’ Dating Abuse Prevention Program, had a powerful exchange with two teenagers while perusing the aisles of…

My Partner Would Never Hit Me … Would They? Warning signs that verbal abuse might turn physical

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There’s a thin line between verbal and physical abuse. Even if your partner has never been physically violent with you, there’s a chance the abuse will escalate. Would you recognize…

JBWS Employee Named Honorary Chief of Police for Morris County

Posted on December 7, 2023

Robin Hughes, the manager of JBWS’ Crisis Response Team (CRT) program, was granted the title of Honorary Chief of Police by the Morris County Police Chiefs Association on Tuesday, December…

How Joking About Abuse Hurts Victims of Domestic Violence 

Posted on December 1, 2023

The comedian Matt Rife made a joke about domestic violence in the opening moments of his Netflix special titled Natural Selection. He mentions going to a restaurant with a friend…

What to Look for in a Healthy Relationship?

Posted on October 24, 2023

There is a lot of discussion right now about unhealthy relationships, which focus on recognizing the “red flags” of problematic behaviors. While those conversations are critically important, discussing the signs…

Remembering Ted

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Ted discovered JBWS during one of his walks.   On a morning stroll, Ted came across an intersection where he struck up a conversation with a sleepy looking crossing guard….

What is Machismo?

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“Machismo refers to an overly exaggerated way of being a man and of viewing masculinity in Hispanic or Latinx cultures,” says a group facilitator for Spanish speaking clients at JBWS’…

Rapid Rehousing Success Story

Posted on August 23, 2023

Just before Christmas, a survivor and their young children entered Arbour House, JBWS’ emergency safe house shelter. However, this survivor made a promise to their children – “we will celebrate…