Portrayals of Abusive Relationships on TV and in Movies
Just like in real life, the way domestic abuse is portrayed in movies and on television can vary greatly and includes abuse of every kind-physical, psychological, emotional, sexual. Most recently, the HBO drama “Big Little Lies” delved into the impact of abuse on family members, friends, and the surrounding community while the 2019 film “A […]
Brands that Support Survivors
There are many national retail companies that help support survivors of domestic abuse, human trafficking, and sexual assault. They do this by employing survivors, making donations to supporting organizations, or both. When you choose to purchase through these businesses, you are supporting survivors. Thistle Farms This is an amazing US-based organization that employs survivors of […]
Books for Healing & Breaking the Silence
Books are a great resource for anyone who wants to learn more about domestic abuse, how to find support if you are in an abusive relationship, or be supportive of someone you know who is in an abusive relationship. Here are 10 books to start that education. The House on Sunset by Sarafina Bianco Sarafina […]
Increasing Access for Victims
The Retreat Adds Chat Function to Website The Retreat staff is now available by chat to offer information and support to those who have been impacted by abuse and sexual assault. Reaching out for help can be intimidating, especially if you’ve never spoken to anyone about the abuse before. Sometimes it’s hard to describe how […]
Rent Law Changes During COVID-19
By Susan Bereche, Retreat Attorney In addition to extending the moratorium on evictions (and foreclosure actions) to August 19, the following modifications of state law may benefit our clients: The Real Property Law was modified to prohibit landlords, lessors, sublessors and grantors from imposing and collecting late fees and penalty charges for any late rent […]
Facts@Five: LTV Interview
LTV’s Angela LaGreca interviews Loretta K. Davis, Executive Director, and Regina Mysliborski, Director of Counseling, both of The Retreat about how The Retreat is operating during COVID-19 and how they are giving assistance to those in domestic abuse situations as the stay-at-home order continues in New York. May 4, 2020
Legal Updates
By Susan Bereche, Retreat Attorney Unemployment & Undocumented Challenges As a result of the increasingly large number of New Yorkers facing termination of their employment, applications for NYS unemployment benefits are at record numbers. Many applicants have never applied for unemployment benefits before and are experiencing difficulty with the on-line application process. Additionally, there is […]
Important Guidance on Eviction
Important Guidance on Eviction By Susan Bereche, Staff Attorney Although we’ve already posted information regarding the moratorium on evictions, several clients have had questions regarding their rights and obligations during the pandemic. After some additional research re: housing issues, we may wish to inform our clients of the following: a) All eviction proceedings are suspended […]
Sexual Assault is Not a Women’s Issue
By Nicole Keller, Project Coordinator of LI Safer Bars As a young woman in college, I learned it was not acceptable to walk alone and I that I should always be thinking of a safety protocol such as holding my keys in the middle of my fingers, just in case. My father would send me […]
Fatherhood Transitions through COVID-19 Shutdown
By Bruce Petrucci The Suffolk County Fatherhood Initiative (SCFI) program will continue to provide services during this pandemic, but will be done remotely for the safety of our clients, staff and community members. It is during these unprecedented times that we reflect on the heart of our program which is fathers in need and their […]
