Hands of Hope

09/10/2026

The greenspace is open! We are thankful for Matthews Town Council and Greater Grant County for celebrating with us last night by cutting the ribbon on the location designed by Voss Landworks LLC. It’s the simple things—knowing your neighbor, checking in on someone, having a conversation, letting our kids play together, and creating spaces where people feel welcome and included—that help build stronger communities.

By coming together and refusing to accept violence as a normal part of our community, we all play a role in prevention. We hope this is a space that Matthews will enjoy for many years to come—a place to play, relax, connect, and build community.

If you didn’t make it last night, we would still love to hear what you think, our survey is still open.
Tap below to take the survey! 👇

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MatthewsPostGreenspace

09/10/2026

09/08/2026

Labor Day’s about honoring workers and their right to safe workplaces. Yet 1 in 5 workers experience the impacts of domestic violence on the job. It’s time we recognize domestic violence as a workplace issue.

Futures Without Violence, through Workplaces Respond, partners with employers to provide the tools and training they need to protect and support their workforce.

This Labor Day, let’s commit to safer workplaces for all! 💚

💡 Learn more at workplacesrespond.org

09/08/2026

September 8 is 988 Day—a reminder that support is available, and reaching out for help can be an important first step. 💜

If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, emotional distress, or thoughts of su***de, you can call or text 988 to connect with the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

For local crisis support, Radiant Health Rapid Response is also available at:
📞 765-293-9315

At Hands of Hope, we believe every person deserves to feel heard, supported, and valued. Please don’t hesitate to reach out when you need help—you matter.

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from Hands of Hope! 💜

Our offices will be closed in observance of Labor Day, but please remember that help and support are still available when you need them.

Our 24-hour helplines remain available 24/7 for anyone experiencing domestic violence, abuse, or needing support.

📞 Marion / Hartford City / Montpelier: 765-664-0701
📞 Wabash County: 260-563-4407

Our services are FREE and confidential. You are never alone, and you never have to wait for our offices to reopen to reach out for help.

We wish everyone in our communities a safe and peaceful Labor Day!

09/05/2026

September is Su***de Prevention Month, and we want to remind our community of something incredibly important: you matter, and help is available. 💜

For someone experiencing domestic violence or abuse, feelings of fear, isolation, hopelessness, or being trapped can become overwhelming. No one should have to carry those feelings alone.

If you are struggling—or you’re concerned about someone you love—please reach out. Asking for help is a sign that you deserve support, safety, and the opportunity for things to get better.

💜 Hands of Hope 24-Hour Helplines
📞 Marion / Hartford City / Montpelier: 765-664-0701
📞 Wabash County: 260-563-4407

💙 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988

💜 Radiant Health Rapid Response
📞 765-293-9315

Sometimes the first step is simply making the call. There is hope. There is help. You are not alone.

Please share this post—you never know who may need to see these numbers today.

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09/03/2026

A special thanks to the Sisters of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Marion, who handmade these wonderfully unique SOAP S.A.C.K. which stands for Supporting Community With Kindness and includes a bar of soap. Each month since April the Sisters have put together and donated hygiene, cleaning supplies and other items to Hands of Hope to support victims of domestic violence, sexual violence and stalking. It has been such a blessing to us and we wanted to show them some kindness in return. Thank you ladies!

09/02/2026

Recovery is not about forgetting what you’ve been through. It’s about discovering that your story can continue beyond it. 💜

During National Recovery Month, we honor every survivor who is healing, rebuilding, rediscovering their strength, and learning what it feels like to live life on their own terms.

Healing doesn’t have a timeline. Some days may feel like huge steps forward, while others may simply be about making it through the day. Both are progress.

To every survivor: your past does not define your future. Your voice matters. Your choices matter. Your healing matters. YOU matter.

And when you’re ready for support, Hands of Hope is here to walk alongside you—with compassion, confidentiality, and without judgment.

There is hope. There is healing. And there is a future waiting for you. 💜

📞 Marion / Hartford City / Montpelier: 765-664-0701
📞 Wabash County: 260-563-4407

FREE & confidential support • 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

09/01/2026

A huge thank you to Tim Voss and Voss Landworks for helping create beautiful greenspaces like this one in Matthews!

Spaces that encourage connection, inclusion, and community can help reduce the risk of violence and create stronger neighborhoods.

Join us for the Grand Opening on Tuesday, September 8 at 6:30 PM!
Can’t make it? If you’re a Matthews resident, we’d still love to hear from you! Take a couple of minutes to share your thoughts about the greenspace: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MatthewsPostGreenspace

Your voice helps build a stronger community!