Volunteer Spotlight: Donna Partridge
As an organization, we are so fortunate to have volunteers that are so passionate and giving. One in particular is Donna Partridge. Donna planned multiple birthday parties for the children at Hubbard House every month and coordinates volunteers to help from Florida Blue. Florida Blue strives to build healthy, strong communities and Donna, along…
Volunteer Spotlight: Abby McGeathey
Hubbard House is honored to recognize Abby McGeathey for June’s volunteer spotlight. The agency is very fortunate that Abby has found time in her busy schedule as full-time mom to care for others within our Emergency Shelter. Volunteers are a vital part of Hubbard House! Without giving individuals willing to donate their time and resources,…
Hubbard House Loves Its Volunteers!
“Volunteer service brings a special source of personal satisfaction and the opportunity to make a difference in your community.” This week is National Volunteer Appreciation Week and the Hubbard House staff wants all of our wonderful volunteers to know how much we appreciate all that each does for the organization! Hubbard House wouldn’t be where…
To Love & Be Loved
According to Merriam-Webster Dictionary, Love is a strong affection for another arising out of kinship or personal ties. Valentine’s Day is the one day out of the year where love is expressed with lavish gifts and special events. For the remainder of the year, love is expressed through our words and actions. However, for some,…
Teen Dating Violence is More Common Than You Think
February is a month filled with pink candy hearts, chocolate (oh so much chocolate) and teddy bears. However, not everyone is aware that February is not only the month of love, but also the month of awareness – Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. Teen dating violence is a silent epidemic that has crept its way…
Why Don’t They Just Leave?
One of the most common questions we receive is “why do victims sometimes return to or stay with their abuser?” A better question is “why does the abuser choose to abuse?” The deck is stacked against the victim when confronted with leaving or not. There are many different factors that can hinder a victim from…
Effects of Domestic Violence on Children
All children deserve a safe and secure home – free of violence – and parents/guardians that love and protect them. But for many children, home is not a place of stability and support; it is far from a safe haven. Children do not have to see one parent or guardian violently assaulting another to witness…
The Allstate Foundation Awards $10,000 to Help Victims of Domestic Violence
Hubbard House, the domestic violence center serving Duval and Baker counties in Northeast Florida, has been awarded a $10,000 grant from The Allstate Foundation to support its emergency services and shelter. Within the last year, the Hubbard House Emergency Shelter provided 29,469 days of safety and refuge to 976 adults and children affected by domestic…
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Today marks the first day of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Domestic Violence Awareness Month started out as a “Day of Unity” in 1981. The creation of this day, by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, was to connect all advocates and victims of domestic abuse to end violence against women and children. This day quickly…
Volunteer Spotlight: U.S. Coast Guard Sector Jacksonville Prevention Department
Volunteer groups tackle the big projects that Hubbard House staff can’t do alone. The U.S. Coast Guard Sector Jacksonville Prevention Department has done volunteer projects that provide a huge service to Hubbard House. This dedicated group came together to spruce up the front of our property by cleaning, weeding and re-mulching. They came back again…