Local Girl Scout Troop 20118 sews christmas stockings to help less fortunate this holiday season.
On November 19th, 170 Girl Scouts from Troop 20118 went to Cattell’s Sew Vac and Sewing Academy in Medford to sew stockings for charity. The troops then took the stockings, filled them, and donated them to Providence House Domestic Violence Services (PHDVS) of Catholic Charities. Cattell’s sewing students volunteered to help the scouts use the sewing machines. This event was organized by Bridget Gras who also donated her time to help the Girl Scouts sew.
Providence House Domestic Violence Services (PHDVS) of Catholic Charities provides comprehensive services for victims of domestic abuse and their children free of charge at outreach offices and emergency safe houses in Burlington and Ocean Counties. Providence House Domestic Violence Services assists victims of domestic abuse and their children with an array of services that include: emergency shelter, a 24 hour hotline, counseling services, a comprehensive children’s program, a parenting support group and a program specifically designed to assist victims age 50 and older. These services are offered at no cost to individuals and are invaluable to victims and their children who are struggling to break free from the cycle of violence in their homes.
These free and confidential services for victims of domestic violence rely upon the generosity of donors and volunteers. Being a part of our team is not only rewarding but life-changing. Help us to end the cycle of violence in our community today.
Providence House is one of the oldest and most comprehensive domestic violence providers in New Jersey and is accredited through the national Council on Accreditation. In Burlington County, PHDVS has been offering services for more than 30 years and for more than 25 in Ocean County.
