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Women, like you, who took action and are leading better lives because of it.
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Testimonial #1
I was just like you and many more women out there-scared, confused, not sure what to do or who to talk to. I was scared that people would judge me or think of me as different. I had no where to turn. I was afraid that friends and family would tell me it will pass, just give it more time. I did. But over time the mental, physical and sexual abuse just got worse. I wanted to leave but couldn't do it. There was a lot of pain and suffering. I almost lost my life. Don't let this happen to you. There is a way out. You are not alone. There are people at My Friends House that can help. Just call them.
My Friend's House really helped me find myself again. They helped me understand that I am strong enough to live my life without my abusive partner. The women at My Friend's House will listen not judge. Abuse is everywhere; take the first step and call, even just to ask questions.
It is not because of love that your partner abuses you. You need to leave and start to love yourself. You are a better person than you think and when you love yourself you can get away from the abuse. You are not alone.
The women at my Friend's House are there to help. They are trained in many different areas and offer a variety of programs. They helped me find a safe place and I learned how to manage my own money. I now feel safe and confident in myself. I know now that to be loved is not to be abused.
My Friend's house is a place to feel safe and have people to talk to. Make the first step and call. I did. My life is better because of it.
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Testimonial #2
(written by a 12 year old girl)
What I Think About My Friend's House
I had an interesting time at My Friend's House. The people there are wonderful.
They help you get through all your problems and make you feel better along the way. It really builds your confidence. They have plenty of activities so you are never board. And it is always very clean..except for my room.well I won't go there.
I had lot's of fun at My Friend's House. I met a lot of different people. And learnt plenty of different things.
I learnt a lot about change and also I think I learnt a lot about myself. By coming here it has showed me my true self and some things I liked and some things I didn't but I am on a mission to make myself a better person, and I just think that it's great to be able to do that because everyone deserves a second change, and that's what I got. So if your planning on coming to My Friend's House just know that your in good hands.
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Testimonial #3
My Friend's House Website
I lived for 25 years in an unhappy marriage with a very miserable and controlling man. I stayed because I had 3 children, no extended family and no financial security. I felt I had nowhere to go and no one to turn to.
My husband passed away and everyone including myself felt my life should suddenly be perfect but I began to realize that in the process of living and coping I had lost my sense of "me"--who I once was and who I was now.
After investigating counseling (which I could not afford) and being medicated by my doctor (which I didn't want), one day something pulled me to "My Friend's House".
With many reservations I called. I was told a group was starting in a few weeks and to come in for a meeting. Going to that meeting was one of the best things I have ever done.
The group I was in consisted of women of all ages and lifestyles, yet we found we were all the same. The details were different but our basic stories were the same. All of a sudden I learned and accepted that I did what I had to do for my family and I wasn't stupid or a bad mother. I also learned about self-care and how important it was to take care of me if I wanted to care for others. The women running the group were the most caring, supportive and non-judgmental women I have ever met.
I am still searching for "me" but the skills I learned have given me the strength to accept and love the "me" I am today and the courage to discover who that "me" might be next week, next month, or next year.
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Testimonial #4
My Friend's House
Afraid and alone, with no one to talk to, I called around for advice on what I should do. I talked to a friend. She said to call this number, the number for My Friend's House. I was hesitant to press the keys on the dial pad. I waited for a while, she whispered, "It's confidential. You don't even have to give your name or number. Don't worry." I made the call.
I talked to a woman from My Friend's House and I was no longer afraid. It was the confidence and kindness in her eyes that sent me on my way. She gave me the resources that I needed to get help and reminded me not to sit around and mope or pout. I realized nothing would have been done if I didn't come out of the dark and reached out for a hand or shoulder to lean on in my time of need. They did not judge or push my problem away. They gave me advice and I knew I would be okay. So my advice to those of you who are still in a dark place is to turn the light on and look at your face. Now reach for the phone and dial the number. Be the person you know you are. Don't be afraid. Just call My Friend's House and they will help you to be okay.
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