Domestic Violence Project updates its space through Lowe's 'Hometowns' grant
Two spaces make room for more activities, assistance for those who seek out shelter for help.
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Two spaces make room for more activities, assistance for those who seek out shelter for help.
"Does City Need Shelter For Battered Women?" reads a 1978 newspaper clipping from Canton Repository. For three brave women, the answer to that question was a resounding "Yes!"
Domestic Violence Project, Inc. was established on April 28, 1978. Gertrude Kennedy, Helen Syrios and Nancy Boylan were behind its founding.
They say they're facing recruiting challenges.
"Don't ask the victim why they stay," Christa Hullaby says. "The real question is why are there abusers?"