Do More 24 is THIS THURSDAY! Check out our top 11 reasons you should donate to DASH to give where you live and then bookmark our Do More 24 page!
- A donation to DASH will help ensure that no one has to choose between living in an abusive home and living on the street.
- DASH has a unique model and innovative mission. We are “low barrier” meaning we don’t screen out survivors based on their drug use or mental health status. Our mission is to provide safe housing for those who need it, it’s that simple.
- DASH is the District’s largest dedicated housing provider for survivors of domestic violence and their children. In 2013, DASH safely housed 225 individuals in our programs, providing over 80,000 “safe nights” for victims away from the threat of violence.
- At DASH we work hard to make sure that survivors have a place to call home, not just a shelter. Each of the 60 families we work with has their own apartment where they can live safely and independently and are connected to a range of community resources to help them move toward long-term or permanent housing.
- DASH is an award winning organization! Most recently we received the Mary Byron’s Celebrating Solutions Award for our innovative approach to safe housing.
- DASH allows survivors and their families to reside with us for up to two years. While most shelters provide housing for only 30 days, DASH opens doors for a significantly longer time to ensure that our residents are ready to move out on their own terms.
- At DASH we don’t just serve the adults, we prioritize the health and wellbeing of the whole family through our Children’s Program with parenting classes, family movie nights, and art group.
- DASH educates policy makers and service providers on principles and best practices of successfully assisting survivors of domestic violence in recognizing that they are empowered and whole
- DASH is committed to holistic healing. We understand that everyone heals on their own time, in their own way so we strive to provide a diversity of options for our residents including acupuncture, healing touch, animal therapy, cooking classes and gardening.
- At DASH we have a weekly yoga class for our youngest toddler residents. Three-year olds doing yoga, enough said.
- A little goes a long way! Any donation can benefit a survivor of domestic violence and their family.
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