Career-Styling Workshop Empowers Stephanie House Clients at The Retreat Boutique
Clients at Stephanie House, The Retreat’s emergency residential shelter, receive more than just safety—they’re supported with free counseling, legal advocacy, financial empowerment, and education as they begin to rebuild their lives. One inspiring offering is the Career-Styling Workshop, designed to boost confidence and prepare participants for professional opportunities. The most recent session—held at The Retreat […]
Supporting Older Adults: The Retreat Launches New Abuse in Later Life Program
The Retreat is launching the Abuse in Later Life (ALL) program in Suffolk County—a first-of-its-kind initiative in this region focused on supporting individuals aged 50 and older who are experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, neglect, or exploitation. In partnership with Sepa MUJER, the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office, Riverhead Police Department, EAC Network, and the […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Wonder Women: with help from within, The Retreat welcomes its new executive director
By Emily Toy on November 13, 2024, Southforker.com Everybody likes a smooth transition. At The Retreat, a nonprofit organization that assists victims of domestic violence across Suffolk County, that sentiment reigns especially true. At the end of next month Loretta Davis will step down as executive director at the East Hampton-based organization, ending her decade-long term in […]