Love Shouldn’t Hurt: The Retreat Educates Adults on Digital Abuse During Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
Michelle Trauring | Press News Group Feb 17, 2026 On a recent Wednesday afternoon, 70 percent of attendees of a Zoom lecture hosted by The Retreat said they were concerned. About 15 percent were curious. Another 15 percent said they were trying to keep up. Eleven percent felt overwhelmed. Statistically speaking, they had every reason […]
Retreat Statement on Recent Release of Epstein Files
The Retreat acknowledges the recent release of government records related to the crimes of Jeffrey Epstein and the widespread reports that dozens of survivors’ names and other personally identifying information were left unredacted in those files. These disclosures have caused renewed distress, forced survivors to relive their trauma, and in some cases exposed them to […]
‘Real Love Respects’: The Retreat Helps Pass Along a Message for Teen Relationships
By Michelle Trauring / East Hampton Press Feb 3, 2026 February marks Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, a nationwide effort to raise awareness about teen dating abuse and promote healthy, respectful relationships among young people. And this year’s theme, “Real Love Respects,” highlights the power of mutual respect as the foundation of safe and healthy […]
February Is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month: Real Love Respects
February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM), a time to shine a light on the importance of fostering safe, healthy relationships for young people. The theme for 2026 is “Real Love Respects,” which highlights a powerful truth: mutual respect is the foundation of every healthy relationship. At The Retreat, we’re committed to empowering families […]
February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month: “Real Love Respects”
The Retreat Raises Awareness and Strengthens Collaboration During Human Trafficking Prevention Month
January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness, share knowledge, and strengthen community responses to trafficking. Throughout the month, The Retreat played an active role in local education and prevention efforts by participating in key discussions and professional gatherings focused on understanding, identifying, and responding to human trafficking on Long Island. DEAN’S […]
The Retreat: The East End Lifeline for Domestic Violence & Human Trafficking Survivors
by Angela LaGreca | Spark Hamptons The local nonprofit provides shelter, advocacy, and hope across Long Island—at a time when the need has never been greater. In the quiet corners of eastern Long Island, a safe haven exists for families fleeing danger. The Retreat, an East End nonprofit, provides emergency shelter, counseling, and legal advocacy for […]
Shining A Light On Human Trafficking On Long Island: Experts
EAC Network’s Hauppauge conference on human trafficking discussed how to approach an Island-wide issue. By Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff | Jan 16, 2026 5:34 pm EST HAUPPAUGE, NY — Beneath crystal chandeliers inside The Experience on Commerce Drive in Hauppauge, educators and service providers sat at round tables as panels and presentations moved through a difficult […]
January Is National Stalking Awareness Month: Naming It Matters
January is National Stalking Awareness Month (NSAM)—a time to bring visibility to a form of abuse that is far more common than many people realize, yet often minimized, misunderstood, or left unnamed. In the United States, more than 1 in 5 women and approximately 1 in 10 men experience stalking in their lifetimes. Despite these […]
January Is Human Trafficking Prevention Month: Awareness Is Action
January marks Human Trafficking Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness, strengthen our communities, and take meaningful steps to prevent human trafficking. While trafficking can feel like a distant issue, it happens in communities across the United States—and prevention starts with knowledge, connection, and support. Human trafficking occurs when an individual or group uses force, […]