Understanding Gaslighting: Key Examples and Insights
Gaslighting is a form of psychological manipulation where one person causes another to question their own perception, memory, or sanity. It’s a powerful tactic often used in abusive relationships to gain control. Recognizing gaslighting is essential to breaking free from its harmful effects. Here are some common examples: 1. Denial of Past Events A gaslighter […]
The Retreat Launches Groundbreaking Abuse Later in Life Program to Support Older Adults in Suffolk County
Bystander: What to Do When a Friend or Relative Is in a Harmful Relationship
Many people in abusive relationships may not recognize the abuse or may feel unable to leave. If you suspect that a friend or loved one is experiencing abuse, your support can make a powerful difference. Remember: the decision to stay or leave ultimately lies with them. Your role is to be a consistent, compassionate presence. […]
The Retreat Joins Suffolk County Initiative to Address Child Trafficking on Long Island
Suffolk rolls out multiagency campaign to beat back ‘epidemic’ of human trafficking Suffolk Measure to Fight Human Trafficking
By Joe Werkmeister, Newsday February 6, 2025 Suffolk County officials on Thursday unveiled a new multiagency, coordinated approach to find missing children and curb what they say is an “epidemic” of human trafficking in the county. The initiative, dubbed “Operation Safe and Lasting Return,” brings together law enforcement, social services and community organizations to break down what […]
Freeze on federal money for LI nonprofits: Chaos reigns over Trump order
By Nicholas Spangler, Newsday.com January 30, 2025 Long Island’s not-for-profit leaders — operators of food pantries and domestic violence shelters, providers of services to veterans, seniors and people with substance use disorders — were whipsawed Wednesday as the White House budget office rescinded a memo freezing some federal grants, a major source of operating funds for […]
The Retreat at Risk
Editorial, East Hampton Star January 30, 2025 Among the East End nonprofits that would be in a dire financial position if federal funding were abruptly cut off is the Retreat. The Retreat has a shelter for victims of domestic violence here but it does so much more. It provides counseling and legal help for those dealing […]
Prospect of Funding Freeze Panicked Many
By Christopher Gangemi, East Hampton Star January 30, 2025 The Federal Office of Management and Budget’s temporary pause Tuesday on grants, loans, and federal financial assistance programs that are targeted by President Trump’s executive orders was rescinded only 24 hours later, but not before sending local organizations into a panic. “Any program not implicated by the President’s […]
How to Recognize Abuse Online
Digital communication is a central part of our lives, and experts are seeing a troubling rise in digital abuse within relationships. This type of abuse can take many forms, but two of the most common are cyberstalking and excessive messaging. Recognizing the warning signs is key to protecting yourself. Digital abuse may involve: If any […]
A ‘Tremendously Impactful’ Law for Protection Against Domestic Violence, The Retreat Says
Christopher Walsh on Dec 3, 2024, 27East.com State legislation expanding protections in domestic violence cases in criminal and family court to include all family and household members was commended by officials at The Retreat, which provides safety, shelter and support for victims of domestic abuse on the South Fork. Governor Kathy Hochul on November 25 […]