The Salvation Army Open Door Health Center Community Assistance to Refugees Partners for Affordable Housing Catholic Charities Family Support Network Life-Work Planning Center Harry Meyering Center Horizon Homes Summit Center MRCI American Red Cross, S.Cent. Campfire Boys and Girls Community First Aid and Safety Train individuals and families to overcome any reluctance to act in emergency situations and to recognize and care for life-threatening emergencies, such as respiratory or cardiac problems, sudden illness, or injuries to infants, children, or adults . Philosophy Statement Abuse encompasses emotional, physical, sexual, economic, political, and other aspects of life. Abuse includes ableism, ageism, clasism, heterosexism, racism, sexism, and crosses all cultures and classes.
Abuse is a learned behavior whereby the abusers gain power and control over their victims.