Presentations

DAYVILLE — This October, United Services will mark National Domestic Violence Awareness Month with a series of community education initiatives to continue its mission to break the cycle of violence.

United Services provides the only domestic violence shelters and services in northeastern Connecticut. There will be two presentations of the powerful workshop, “In Her Shoes.” The first will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Oct. 19 at Eastern Connecticut State University, Room 115, 83 Windham Street in Willimantic. The second will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Oct. 27 at Quinebaug Valley Community College, Room E239, 742 Upper Maple Street, Danielson.

The Domestic Violence program will display The Clothesline Project in the Killingly and Willimantic Public Libraries during the month of October. 

The Clothesline Project is a compelling visual display of T-shirts that have been created by local survivors of domestic violence. 

United Services will also acknowledge the 10 local police departments during October by delivering “Kisses for Cops” baskets that will include chocolate kisses and brochures covering the comprehensive services offered through the agency. The partnership between police officers and domestic violence advocates is critical.  For more information, contact United Services Communications office at 860-774-2020. United Services 24/7 confidential Domestic Violence hotlines can be reached at 860-456-9476 or 860-774-8648.