Abuse reports decreased at height of pandemic, but incidents continued
By Sahar Chmais Numbers can be deceiving. The Hays-Caldwell Women’s Center (HCWC) observed this bitter…
Browsing: Hays-Caldwell Women’s Center
Sexual assault hospital calls drop during pandemic
An unintended consequence of a stay-at-home order is an increase of family violence when existing…
DSISD students to hold mock trial to promote understanding of dating violence
The Hays County Commissioners Court proclaimed February as Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month at…
Hays County Womens Center plans transitional housing
For the first time in Hays County, up to 18 families will have access to…
Longtime county official helms HCISD’s safety director role
A longtime Hays County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) official has been tabbed to take over Hays…
Creating an environment that will not tolerate violence and abuse
by Laura De La Paz, LPC-1 An act of kindness from a stranger can have…
Dripping Springs H.S. students take part in domestic violence awareness program
Emotional testimonies, accusations of assault and a conviction by jury were all part of a…
Undocumented residents fear losing family
In the wake of the forced separation of families along the Texas-Mexico border, groups serving…
With a little help from our friends: Community support vital to local nonprofits
JoAnn Sadler couldn’t help but smile as she and about 25 others completed a bungee…
Teach your teen about ‘green light’ behavior
By Kiara Nicholson, HCWC Prevention Educator and Brandon Pendleton, HCWC Primary Prevention Coordinator Nobody has relationships “figured out,” and no relationship…