WELCOME TO OUR WINTER NEWSLETTER

Christmas fun with staff and board member and celebrating freedom with the survivor's Winter Ball

FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

On January 3rd, Abigail's Arms evacuated 10 families with 23 children as a result of a malfunction in the fire alarm panel. The Crisis Center had never evacuated its residents before. Our staff, board and volunteers did an amazing job executing a plan that ensured all families were safe. The residents were displaced for 5 days. A very special thanks to our donors- your gifts helped us relocate all of the children and their families. In Service, Kim Cook

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ASK ABIGAIL

Dear Abigail,  I've been hearing a lot about human trafficking. Is that really a thing? - Signed, I'm just asking

Dear Just Asking, Human trafficking is absolutely a thing! It is a modern day slavery that involves force, fraud or coercion to obtain some type of labor or sex act. In Texas, there are approximately 79,000 children between the ages of 10 and 16 who are victims of sex trafficking. Abigail's Arms serves victims of trafficking. If you know someone in danger, please give them our 24hr hotline number: 940-665-2873

ABIGAIL'S FRIENDS

Our Friends at Rib Crib have partnered and supported Abigail's Arms for several years. They are committed to this community and show their care on a regular basis. Thank you, Rib Crib ! For some great BBQ, visit Rib Crib at: 101 I-35, Gainesville, TX 76240

Ella's Success Story

“Ella” and her daughter entered the Crisis Center after she’d been so severely beaten that her eye socket was completely damaged. Despite her injuries, she started every day with a smile and positive attitude. Ella believed it was important to teach her child how to be resilient and to never give up hope. She knew her daughter was watching and was determined to set a good example. Ella participated in budgeting, life skills and healthy relationship classes. With the help of her Case Manager, she was recommended and selected for a transitional housing program in another county. Although Ella was nervous about leaving Cooke County, she desperately wanted a new start. Abigail’s Arms provided transportation, housing goods for Ella’s new place and toys for her daughter’s new room. As Ella packed to leave the Crisis Center, she was still smiling and through tears of gratitude, thanked everyone for helping her and her little girl have a brand-new start.

UPCOMING EVENTS

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month

The Prevention Team continues to work in Callisburg and Valley View Schools. The Building Healthy Relationships and Communities Program helps students identify risk factors that lead to violent behavior.  In February, students create fun activities for their schools to helps raise awareness about teen dating violence.

F.L.Y.- First Love Yourself This an annual event that promotes self-love. None of us are born with good or bad self-esteem. Experiences shape how we feel about ourselves and this is an event that promises to empower individuals with seeds of positivity that blossoms self-love.

Monday, March 4- Friday, March 8 Abigail's Arms Welcomes Missions Group Abigail’s Arms welcomes Central Michigan University, Women’s Ministry. The missions group will be completing service projects for the agency.  Special thanks to First Christian Church , who will be hosting them.

HOW YOU CAN HELP

Celebrate 35 years with us by donating $35 I want to donate $35

Ongoing needs include: diapers wipes paper goods such as toilet paper etc. bottled water cleaning supplies new children's pajamas socks women's sports bras

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