Posts by Tina Bronson
Heidi: An Advocates Perspective
After receiving the police call that brought Stephanie and her children to the Alexandra House shelter, her advocate Heidi, knew that she would need to ease them into these new,…
Read MoreA Journey of Hope: Stephanie’s Story
On a seemingly quiet Sunday evening, Stephanie returned home to find his car in her driveway, knowing this wouldn’t end well. Her husband was passed out on the couch in…
Read More2023 Youth Leadership Institute
By Angie B., Alexandra House Youth Services Advocate The Alexandra House Youth Services team is very excited to share the completion of the 2023 Youth Leadership Institute. This year we…
Read MoreAlexandra House Seeks Community Feedback
Alexandra House seeks community input on a potential renovation project. About the Project: Alexandra House is considering upgrading and enlarging its emergency shelter space to better cater to those seeking…
Read MoreGifford Fitness Held Their Annual 24 Hours of Heroes Fundraiser
At the end of June, Gifford Fitness, a gym in New Brighton, whose aim is to inspire people to be better, surpassed their goal of raising $20,000 during their 24…
Read MoreHappy Volunteer Appreciation Week!
This week, April 16-22, is a week to spotlight and thank all our amazing volunteers at Alexandra House! We are so grateful for the incredible support of our dedicated volunteers…
Read MoreCamille: An Advocates Perspective
Pamela came to Alexandra House’s emergency shelter because she could not defend herself and knew she had to escape her husband. She didn’t know what to do next, but she…
Read MoreA Journey of Hope: Pamela’s Story
Pamela’s husband grabbed her forcefully by the back of her hair, pulled her down on the bed, and aggressively put all his weight on top of her—she couldn’t move. She…
Read More2022 Youth Leadership Institute
By Angie B., Alexandra House Youth Services Advocate The Youth Services team ended its summer by hosting the Youth Leadership Institute in August. Having run the program last year, I…
Read MoreVolunteers: Doing their utmost to make a positive impact
Alexandra House could not provide free and confidential services to domestic and sexual violence victims/survivors without volunteers. You have probably heard this statement before, but it’s repeated so often because…
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