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Yahoo
30-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Walkers raise more than $113,000 to battle domestic violence and support survivors
Jacksonville's non-profits would struggle to continue providing life-changing services without the help of community members - and Saturday, they didn't disappoint. Hubbard House, a domestic violence shelter, said 1700 people showed out for its 16th annual Stand Up & Stride Domestic Violence Awareness Walk. Action News Jax had the chance to speak with CEO Dr. Gail Paten before walkers took off. 'This is often a crime that people don't talk about and today is about celebrating the strength, courage and resiliency of survivors,' said Paten 'It also brings awareness to the community and it raises money for our mission – because as long as there's domestic violence, we want to be hear to help survivors be safe and we want to help them find their path.' Despite registration being free, the walk managed to raise more than $113,000 for Hubbard House's mission. Domestic violence is something that not everyone manages to make it out from. Friends and family members of victims turned out Saturday to make sure their loved ones aren't forgotten. 'This cause is so important to me because I lost my sister to domestic violence back in 2003.' said one walker, Latoya Calhoun. 'It's important for me to come out here in her remembrance to let her story still live and also encourage other people to get out and support people that are in this situation.' Hubbard House provides a sanctuary for people and their children who need an immediate way out of violent home situations. 'We have a shelter where people can come and live for free who are literally fleeing for their lives, for them and their children. There are programs in this shelter for everybody of every age,' said Dr. Paten. [DOWNLOAD: Free Action News Jax app for alerts as news breaks] Still, not everyone knows the resources available to them. That's where events like these come into play. If you are experiencing domestic violence, you can reach a trained advocate from Hubbard House by using one of its 24-hour contact numbers. 24-hour call line: (904) 354-3114 24-hour text line: (904) 210-3698 In 2024, Hubbard House said it shelters 826 women, children and men while providing services to more than 4,500 survivors and families. To learn more about the shelter's services, click here. [SIGN UP: Action News Jax Daily Headlines Newsletter] Click here to download the free Action News Jax news and weather apps, click here to download the Action News Jax Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Action News Jax live.
Yahoo
10-02-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Overnight lane closures planned on A1A all week in St. Johns County
Drivers in St. Johns County should plan for overnight detours along A1A beginning Monday. At 9 p.m., the intersection at A1A, Mickler Road and Ponte Vedra Boulevard will see partial closures due to road work. A contractor for the county will be doing final grading and paving operations in the intersection. Periodic lane closures will continue from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. nightly. Work is expected to wrap up by Monday, February 17th. Operations will be normal during daytime hours. St. Johns County deputies will be on-site to help people traveling in the area, but it's best if drivers find a detour. [DOWNLOAD: Free Action News Jax app for alerts as news breaks] Read: Trump says he will announce 25% steel and aluminum tariffs Monday, and more import duties are coming Read: 'It Starts With Believing:' Hubbard House calling on Northeast Florida to end teen dating violence [SIGN UP: Action News Jax Daily Headlines Newsletter] Click here to download the free Action News Jax news and weather apps, click here to download the Action News Jax Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Action News Jax live.
Yahoo
09-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
‘It Starts With Believing:' Hubbard House calling on Northeast Florida to end teen dating violence
Everybody remembers their first teen romance… but not always for good reasons. >>> STREAM ACTION NEWS JAX LIVE <<< [DOWNLOAD: Free Action News Jax app for alerts as news breaks] According to the Center for Disease Control, around one in five teens are victims of sexual or physical dating violence in their relationships. Stephanie Brown with Hubbard House also explained to Action News Jax Sunday those stats don't even account for several other types of teen dating violence that often go unnoticed. 'Extreme jealousy, love bombing, excessive control, access to technology – that doesn't have to be the norm for your relationship,' Brown said. That's why in February, for National Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, Hubbard House is launching its 'It Starts With Believing' campaign, aiming to tackle this issue which can often have far-reaching effects on teens. 'We know that teens who are in violent relationships, they're at an enhanced risk of being in a violent relationship in the future,' Brown explained. While also aiming to tackle teen dating violence through one resounding message for parents when their teen does come forward: 'Those positive adults in that teen's life need to believe that experience and validate that experience,' Brown said. Both Brown and Hubbard House are also emphasizing the importance of parents being an example of themselves, in the household. 'Model healthy conflict resolution, model good communication skills, model that solid relationship understanding,' Brown urged. These are some of the ways Hubbard House says you can get involved and make a difference this National Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month: Learn how to identify teen dating violence and support survivors by reading Hubbard House's blog post. Join 'Wear Orange Day' to raise awareness by wearing your best orange outfit on February 11. Like and share Hubbard House's #ItStartswithBelieving social media campaign on Facebook and Instagram. Invite a Hubbard House speaker to present on teen dating violence and healthy relationship skills at your school, company, or other organization. Visit Hubbard House's website to learn more. [SIGN UP: Action News Jax Daily Headlines Newsletter] Click here to download the free Action News Jax news and weather apps, click here to download the Action News Jax Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Action News Jax live.
Yahoo
08-02-2025
- Yahoo
Hubbard House to honor Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
The Hubbard House calls to Northeast Florida to honor and take a stand against teen dating violence and support survivors during February. >>> STREAM ACTION NEWS JAX LIVE <<< [DOWNLOAD: Free Action News Jax app for alerts as news breaks] In recognition of Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, Hubbard House is launching a social media campaign, #ItStartsWithBelieving. Hubbard House provided several ways to get involved during Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month: Click HERE to read the Hubbard House's blog on how to identify teen dating violence and how to support survivors 'Wear Orange Day' to raise awareness on Tuesday, February 11. Like and share Hubbard House's #ItStartswithBelieving social media campaign on Facebook and Instagram Hubbard House also encourages the community to invite their in-house speakers to events where they can discuss the topic. 'A safer community for teen survivors is a safer community for all of us. That's why we are giving supporters the resources they need to recognize teen dating violence and help teen survivors find safety,' says Hubbard House CEO Dr. Gail Patin. Hubbard House can help teen survivors address immediate safety needs and learn how to connect with safe adults. Any teen in Duval or Baker County who needs free, confidential support can reach out to Hubbard House through the 24/7 Text at 904- 210-3698 or the Hotline at 904-354-3114. [SIGN UP: Action News Jax Daily Headlines Newsletter] Click here to download the free Action News Jax news and weather apps, click here to download the Action News Jax Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Action News Jax live.
