Family Justice Center of Erie County

10/27/2023

If you watch anything today, this should be it. 💜

Since 2006 when the FJC opened its doors, Deb Jaeger has shared her sister Jill's story hundreds of times touching countless lives, has engaged in the successful lobbying of legislation benefitting DV victims, and raised a ton of friends, awareness, and $$$ for the FJC! She has turned her sister’s tragedy into a legacy of work so that others do not have to experience the same. She is a treasure to us and to our community.

(From the Syracuse Post Standard)

Debra Jaeger’s sister, Jill Cahill, was killed by her husband in 1998 when he poisoned her in a Syracuse hospital where she was recovering after he had sever...

10/25/2023

What a lovely and appreciative afternoon at Dine and Donate for DV Awareness Month! We are so grateful to the members of the Women's Bar Association of the State of New York, Western New York Chapter and others from the legal community for your generous donations. We enjoyed our gathering with the other beneficiaries: Haven House and RAHAMA Resources and Help Against Marital Abuse - Rahama and the meaningful conversations and partnership in support of DV victims.

10/25/2023

Our CEO Catharine, and Operations Director, Ava, had the opportunity to speak about the Family Justice Center and Domestic Violence on Daytime Buffalo.

10/22/2023

We are so blessed to have the support of local churches, like St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Williamville. They hosted a delicious spaghetti dinner cooked by our favorite Chef Dave and will be donating a portion of their proceeds to us. We are also grateful for the opportunity to speak and share more about our important work and how community support like this saves lives.

10/21/2023

We are so happy to share this joyful moment!! Here is one of the FJC’s biggest supporters - John Murphy - husband of our recent CEO Mary Murphy - and legendary voice of the Buffalo Bills. John is signing autographs for his new book at McKinley Mall Barnes and Nobles from 5:30 to 7:30 pm tonight. Pictured here is FJC Executive Board member Karen Panzarella Brodie with Mary and John. Congrats John!

10/14/2023

Many hands make light work! We are so grateful to this team of volunteers who came to help us organize our downtown center. We are amazed at what we accomplished in a short amount of time and how much more efficient we can be as a result. Thank you!! If you’re sorry you missed out, send a DM about our next organizational opportunity coming up.

10/13/2023

Kelly delivered the narrative of how the FJC Grand Island came to be at the Grand Island Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year award ceremony.

On stage: Ava - FJC Operations Director, CEO Catharine Miles-Kania, Laura Mason, and Karen Panzarella Brodie.

10/13/2023

Our CEO, Catharine Miles-Kania, accepts the award for Citizen of the Year - Service Organization - on behalf of the FJC GI team and delivered powerful remarks.

On stage: Ava - FJC Operations Director, Laura Mason, Karen Panzarella Brodie and Kelly Gast.

10/12/2023

What an honor! We are humbled to be recognized as Citizen of the Year by the Grand Island Chamber of Commerce and to receive the award amongst such an esteemed group of recipients. This is a reflection of the tireless efforts of the GI team: Karen Panzarella Brodie, Laura Mason and Kelly Gast - whose dream of a third satellite became a reality after several years of diligence to serve a greater population with too much violence behind closed doors. And with the pandemic years behind us, we are able to use and reimagine the use of our satellite for even more purposes to educate and enrich the lives of the Grand Island and surrounding communities. Thank You to the Grand Island Chamber of Commerce for recognizing what a tremendous community effort this has been and will continue to be.

10/12/2023

We have to thank our Zonta friends again for these lovely quilt donations! Much needed and always appreciated. With winter approaching, we are also in real need for new, cozy, soft throw blankets… could be handmade. Is this a way you can help? If so, send a DM or email [email protected]

10/11/2023

Our absolute favorite volunteer is on-site today! If you haven’t already, meet Tease. She is a very special worker with Paws for Love - A Program of the SPCA Serving Erie County who stops in to provide comfort to our clients and to uplift our staff. We just love her! 💜 🐾

10/10/2023

We will gladly stop traffic to unload a car full of donations any day! Thank you Rotary Club of Buffalo for stocking our meals to go for our clients.

10/09/2023

FYI.

Niagara Falls Police are warning residents that two recent sexual assault cases being investigated in the city could be related.

10/06/2023

Thank You Zonta of Buffalo! 48 meals shopped, prepped, packed and ready to go for our clients. These acts of service help our clients in their greatest time of need. Is this a way you’d like to help victims of abuse and their children ? Send us a DM.

10/05/2023

There are so many ways in which our volunteers contribute to a peaceful and uplifting experience for our clients when they receive services at our centers. Today, Anita Miosi got down in the dirt at our Amherst satellite to work her gardening magic. While weeding, she informed us that we have some very helpful native plants on site. Is gardening your thing? We could use your help. Send a DM if you would like to help this way.

10/04/2023

On Wednesday, October 4 at 2:20 PM ET, every cell phone in the United States will receive a Wireless Emergency Alert. If you're a survivor with a hidden phone, considering powering it off during this time. Learn more and find additional safety tips: https://bit.ly/3PXv43C

10/03/2023

FEMA will conduct a nationwide test tomorrow that will alert all cell phones. This may be triggering or could reveal a safety phone. Please be aware and power off your safety phone during this half hour test period. It should not alarm when turned off after the test period.

FEMA, in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), will conduct a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) and Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) tomorrow, Oct. 4. The national test will consist of two portions, testing WEA and EAS capabilities. Both tests are scheduled....

10/03/2023

Call us at 716-558-SAFE. That’s 716-558-7233. Or email [email protected]. You’re safe here.

10/02/2023

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09/15/2023

We are hiring a Staff Attorney! Do you know someone who will be a good fit for our agency?

JOB TITLE: Family Justice Center Staff AttorneyREPORTS TO: Chief Executive OfficerFLSA STATUS: ExemptHOURS: Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm; Evenings and weekends as needed Overview The Family Justice […]

09/14/2023

The excitement is in the air!! The Color Purple musical debuts tonight at Shea's 710 Theatre! We are proud to partner up for the run of this riveting performance. We have a table on display in the lobby and will participate in some talk backs and other awareness events. Be sure to book your tickets today for THE COLOR PURPLE at 710 Main!

Today’s the day to rise up and sing, Buffalo! Don't miss OPENING TONIGHT ONLY at Shea's 710 Theatre! The first collaboration between Second Generation Theatre, Ujima Theatre Company, and Shea's.

Find last minute seats NOW at www.sheas.org/performances/the-color-purple/

Part of the 2023-24 Frey Electric Season. Presented by SaveOnSP.

Photo credit: Stephen Gabris

09/06/2023

We are over the moon! The Grand Island Chamber of Commerce is recognizing us as Service Organization of the year! It takes a village. And our GI satellite is a prime example of a community coming together and not giving up no matter what, so that we can deliver life saving services to those in need. We can’t wait to share more about this GI mission, our support services and how survivors have access to resources and assistance to live and build safe and healthy lives for themselves and their children. Thank you for the recognition Grand Island Chamber of Commerce!

09/06/2023

We are over the moon! The Grand Island Chamber of Commerce is recognizing us as Service Organization of the year! It takes a village. And our GI satellite is a prime example of a community coming together and not giving up no matter what, so that we can deliver life saving services to those in need. We can’t wait to share more about this GI mission, our support services and how survivors have access to resources and assistance to live and build safe and healthy lives for themselves and their children. Thank you for the recognition Grand Island Chamber of Commerce!

We are excited to announce this year's recipients of Grand Island Citizen of the Year Awards 🏆

Dr. Brian Graham for Outstanding Leadership, Dave Mazur for Exceptional Property Development, Elsie Martino for Community Service, the Family Justice Center of Erie County for Service Organization, and The Village Inn as Business of the Year!

Please join us on October 11, 2023, in celebrating their hard work, dedication, and passion for the community!

Purchase tickets to the event here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/grand-island-2023-citizen-of-the-year-awards-dinner-tickets-713827696857

For event program book advertising options and sponsorship packages, please visit:
https://grand-island-chamber-of-commerce.square.site/

See more at our official Facebook event page here: https://www.facebook.com/events/265735556292604/

09/05/2023

Please check out the Hamburg Wellness Crawl! We are grateful to have been selected to receive a portion of the proceeds which helps us continue our essential services.

We all know someone who has suffered from some sort of mental health issues whether we recognize it or not. Our focus for this year's is domestic violence. The Family Justice Center's vision is to have a world where unhealthy relationships no longer exist in our community. Where we all have everything we need to have a safe, secure, & thriving environment.
A portion of this year's proceeds will be donated to Family Justice Center of Erie County to help them complete their mission.

09/02/2023

We are so grateful to receive a grant award from the The New York Bar Foundation! The grant will be used to provide funding for our Client Petition Support Space project.

09/01/2023

We are so grateful to receive a grant award from the The New York Bar Foundation! The grant will be used to provide funding for our Client Petition Support Space project.

08/22/2023

💜 This is what we call a bittersweet moment.

💜 The FJC announces Catharine Miles-Kania (right) as our new CEO, following in the footsteps of outgoing CEO Mary Murphy (left). Catharine hit the ground running in her new role, while Mary continues to lead a smooth transition.

💜 Welcome Catharine! And Mary, on behalf of all the lives saved and transformed under your leadership, Thank You. 🙏🏼

More to come!

08/18/2023

Have you ever wanted to create a Vision Board? Then come join us at our workshop Thursday, Aug. 31 at our Amherst location. It’s free and open to the public with registration. Just email us at [email protected] to save your spot!

08/17/2023

If you’ve ever wanted to create a vision board, join us at our Amherst location on Thursday, Aug 31, for this engaging workshop.

08/07/2023

Please join us tomorrow evening for a special workshop. Register by emailing [email protected]

08/04/2023

Our next workshop… Tuesday evening at our Orchard Park location! Please share and reserve your spot.

07/25/2023

Great article about our workshop series to be hosted at all of our satellite locations. Stay tuned and share our future workshop events as they will be ongoing.

The Grand Island satellite of the Family Justice Center was chosen to lead off a Wellness and Safety Workshop this coming week, from 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 25.

07/23/2023

Beautiful article written by Karen Carr Keefe in this week’s Grand Island Dispatch. Will link digital article when available. Remember, our first workshop is Tuesday, July 25 at 5:30 pm at the GI FJC satellite location. Hope to see you there!

07/20/2023

We are hosting workshops at our satellite locations, with the first happening on Tuesday evening. They are free and open to the public to come and enjoy an activity together with a focus on emotional wellness. This is also a good way to learn about our services and how you can help us or perhaps someone else in your life. Email us at [email protected] for more info or to sign up.

07/20/2023

We are hosting workshops at our satellites, with the first one happening on Tuesday evening on Grand Island. They are free and open to the public to come enjoy an activity together with a focus on emotional wellness. This is also a good way to learn about our services, and how you can help us or perhaps someone else in your life. Please share!

07/19/2023

💜 If friends, family or someone you know disclose they’re a victim of abuse, listen without judgement. Here are some things you can say.

💜 And remember, We are here to help lead the rest of the way. Call us at 716-558-SAFE (7233)

07/18/2023

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Your donations will result in a transformative experience for those we serve! 💜

07/18/2023

We are in the home stretch of Give 716. Can you help us make this wish for our downtown center a reality? 🙏🏼 https://give716.org/give/give716/give716/2023/charities/family-justice-center-of-erie-county-inc

07/17/2023

Attention Bills fans! How would you like to win one of these and help us at the same time?

💜 Donate here starting at 6 p.m.:
https://give716.org/give/give716/give716/2023/charities/family-justice-center-of-erie-county-inc

07/13/2023

We’re always pleased to see our posters hanging around WNY, and knowing that those in need are pulling the tabs and reaching out to us. It’s the first step toward a safer life.

Would you like some posters for your business, church, club or organization? Please email [email protected].