Moving Forward Shelter Homes

09/23/2022

05/19/2021

May 17th was our 14 year Iowaversary. That is the day I made the biggest change of my life. I packed up 4 suitcases and left the only life I have ever known. My children's dad was in jail for domestic violence and I had to move fast. I was given a domestic violence grant and told to move myself and my children to a place I don't have any family and start over. We have had so many adventures and have met so many amazing people along the way.

My life looks so amazingly different these days. My once toddlers are now in high school and are quickly becoming adults and our lives are mostly settled. I have worked my butt off to build an amazing life for myself and my children. No it wasn't easy and NO I didn't do everything right (not even close). I am thankful for faithful friends and forgiving children and the grace and mercy I have been given by so many.

I only share my story so that it may empower others to leave their abusive and toxic relationships and start over. It can be done. You are strong enough and there is help out there.

02/06/2021

Excited for big changes!

01/07/2021

Happy New Year !

12/11/2020

Getting out of an abusive relationship isn't easy, but help is available. Learn how to protect yourself while you explore your options.

12/11/2020

When NFL linebacker Ray Rice knocked his fiancée Janay Palmer unconscious in an elevator in 2014, it didn't initially get much attention. He was accused of domestic violence and suspended for two games. After a few weeks, he was formally charged, but he and Palmer were married the next day.