Safe+Sound Somerset

Safe+Sound Somerset Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault and Child Sexual Abuse Services Available - 24/7 Call or Text Helpline at 866-685-1122

At Safe+Sound Somerset, helping survivors find hope is at the core of our work. We exist so that survivors of domestic abuse or sexual violence never feel alone, and know that compassionate professional help is only a phone call or text away. Survivor advocates answer our call and text line 24 hours a day – 7 days a week – 365 days a year at 866-685-1122. Our helpline is the gateway to survivor centered services that can provide safety, hope and healing from the trauma of abuse and violence. Whether it’s a need for emergency safe housing, counseling, legal advocacy or education on healthy relationships, our services are available to everyone, regardless of income status, cultural or ethnic background, language spoken, gender identity or sexual orientation. All services are confidential and available at no cost. Adults and children who have experienced domestic or sexual assault and/or abuse have access to Safe+Sound Somerset’s high quality, trauma-informed intervention services that have been available to survivors in Somerset County for more than 40 years. Safe+Sound Somerset’s services are CONFIDENTIAL and offered at NO CHARGE.

Everyone wants to be in the know – join us for our Donor Breakfast on April 1st from 8:30-10:30 am and be the first to k...
03/09/2026

Everyone wants to be in the know – join us for our Donor Breakfast on April 1st from 8:30-10:30 am and be the first to know about upcoming initiatives. Our CEO, as well as board and staff members, will be there to personally thank you for the support you continue to show survivors, and you will get to enjoy a delicious breakfast!

You will receive location information upon RSVPing.

RSVP by 3/18 at the following link: https://bit.ly/3OI8EW2

Even with snow on the ground, stepping outside for ten minutes can reset your mood. A short walk moves your body, gives ...
03/08/2026

Even with snow on the ground, stepping outside for ten minutes can reset your mood. A short walk moves your body, gives your eyes a break from screens, and lets fresh air and light interrupt the loop of worry.

Stand still for a moment, close your eyes, and take three deep breaths. Feel the sun on your face, even if it’s weak, let that warmth be a small, steady anchor in a day that feels heavy.

Simple ways to bring sunlight and nature into your day:
Ten‑minute walk — Move at an easy pace; notice the sky, the air, the sounds.

Phone a friend — Call someone while you walk if they can’t join you in person.

Sun pause — Stop, close your eyes, breathe deeply, and feel the light on your skin.

Grounding breaths — Inhale for four, hold for one, exhale for six; repeat three times.

Bring nature inside — Open a window, set a plant by your desk, or place a sunny photo where you’ll see it.

Small, consistent moments add up. One short walk a day or a single mindful pause in the sun can shift your energy and give you a little more space to breathe.

Spring is coming! Hold onto that promise of warmth, growth, and new beginnings. Let yourself feel a little excited for the light and the small, hopeful things on the horizon.

We are so grateful for Shelise’s thoughtful leadership on the Safe+Sound staff. She is truly an example of a strong woma...
03/07/2026

We are so grateful for Shelise’s thoughtful leadership on the Safe+Sound staff. She is truly an example of a strong woman leader. Read her reflection below, and click here to keep empowering future women leaders: https://bit.ly/3MSXLQF

“As a leader, I have grown in my role by learning to balance the many responsibilities of the role while ensuring that I remain visible and supportive and take care of myself. I continuously work to manage time effectively without losing sight of the human side of leadership and myself.

I’ve learned that leadership requires continuous growth, reflection, and humility. I’ve discovered that I am most effective when I listen first, remain flexible, and lead with empathy and compassion.

My advice to future leaders is to lead with integrity, remain authentic, and never stop learning. Build strong relationships, seek feedback, and remember that leadership is about impact—not position.”

Domestic Violence Response Team Advocates provide immediate support to domestic violence survivors in collaboration with...
03/05/2026

Domestic Violence Response Team Advocates provide immediate support to domestic violence survivors in collaboration with local police departments. During a moment of crisis, compassionate volunteer advocates provide emotional support, education about domestic violence, and information about legal options and community resources.

Interested in applying? Click here: https://bit.ly/4aVrujO

03/05/2026

It’s always a relief to know that someone is always there for you. Call or text our 24/7 helpline at 866-685-1122. Click the link in our bio to learn more about what to expect when you contact us.

Michele E. Boronkas, the CEO of Safe+Sound Somerset, leads with vision and purpose and always strives to create a cultur...
03/04/2026

Michele E. Boronkas, the CEO of Safe+Sound Somerset, leads with vision and purpose and always strives to create a culture of inclusivity at Safe+Sound. She has a Master of Social Work in Administration, Policy, and Planning from Marywood University and a BSW from Kean University.

Michele is known as the pioneer in utilizing trauma-informed, anti-racist practices to serve survivors of domestic and sexual violence in New Jersey. She is an inspirational leader to all those who know her.

Click here to keep empowering future women leaders: https://bit.ly/3MSXLQF

Thank you to the members of the Epsilon Alpha Chapter of the National Sorority Phi Delta Kappa, Inc. They hosted a colle...
03/04/2026

Thank you to the members of the Epsilon Alpha Chapter of the National Sorority Phi Delta Kappa, Inc. They hosted a collection to donate a large supply of laundry and dish cleaning supplies for the Safe+Sound Somerset safe house. This generous gift will help keep the safe house clean for survivors for a long time!

Everyone wants to be in the know – join us for our Donor Breakfast on April 1st from 8:30-10:30 am and be the first to k...
03/03/2026

Everyone wants to be in the know – join us for our Donor Breakfast on April 1st from 8:30-10:30 am and be the first to know about upcoming initiatives. Our CEO, as well as board and staff members, will be there to personally thank you for the support you continue to show survivors, and you will get to enjoy a delicious breakfast!

RSVP by 3/18 at the following link: https://bit.ly/3OI8EW2

Honoring women’s choices strengthens families and communities.Respecting women’s boundaries helps shift our norms toward...
03/02/2026

Honoring women’s choices strengthens families and communities.

Respecting women’s boundaries helps shift our norms toward safety.

Centering consent teaches future generations what healthy love looks like.

The benefits ripple outward, reaching all of us.

Click here to learn more: https://bit.ly/4cjyMQS

When we keep our feelings, our troubles, our sparks of inspiration, and our frustrations all inside, they don’t disappea...
03/01/2026

When we keep our feelings, our troubles, our sparks of inspiration, and our frustrations all inside, they don’t disappear. They get stuck, like a shadow that settles into your bones. You might notice it as a heaviness that makes getting out of bed harder or a short fuse that turns small things into big reactions. What if some of that weight is simply what happens when we bottle everything up?

Creative expression is the outlet that lets those things move. It doesn’t have to be polished or public. It can be journaling to a prompt, freewriting everything on your mind, sketching, painting, writing a line of poetry, or making a comic or a short story. You don’t need to show it to anyone. You don’t even have to look back at it. Just try letting whatever wants to come out, come out.

One page a day, one sketch, one sentence, small acts add up and can shift your mood. Try it today and share this with a friend who can hold you accountable. Will you make one small thing for yourself now?

Sarah's story shows that healing is possible in many different circumstances. Call or text our 24/7 helpline at 866-685-...
02/28/2026

Sarah's story shows that healing is possible in many different circumstances. Call or text our 24/7 helpline at 866-685-1122 to access services that provide safety, hope, and healing from the trauma of abuse and violence.

Kimberlé Crenshaw’s work transformed the DV and SV movements by naming something survivors already knew: identity shapes...
02/26/2026

Kimberlé Crenshaw’s work transformed the DV and SV movements by naming something survivors already knew: identity shapes experience. Her concept of intersectionality highlighted how Black survivors can be disproportionately harmed and less likely to receive support.

Her research continues to guide how organizations like Safe+Sound Somerset approach survivor-centered, equity-focused care.

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