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Stalking can take many forms. It includes being followed and being approached by the stalker. The stalker may also leave unwanted voice or text messages. Stalkers may watch, follow, or approach a victim. They may send unwanted gifts. Stalkers often damage the personal property of the victim. They will even threaten to physically harm the person they are stalking.

🚨 If you are in fear for your immediate safety, please dial 911.

💛 If you are worried that a current or former partner may be stalking you, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800.799.SAFE (7233) or go to the Maryland Network Against Domestic Violence website (mnadv.org) to find a local provider who can help.

❤️ If you are in crisis or just want to talk about what you are going through, you can call or text 988.

Stalking can take many forms. It includes being followed and being approached by the stalker. The stalker may also leave unwanted voice or text messages. Stalkers may watch, follow, or approach a victim. They may send unwanted gifts. Stalkers often damage the personal property of the victim. They will even threaten to physically harm the person they are stalking.

🚨 If you are in fear for your immediate safety, please dial 911.

💛 If you are worried that a current or former partner may be stalking you, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800.799.SAFE (7233) or go to the Maryland Network Against Domestic Violence website (mnadv.org) to find a local provider who can help.

❤️ If you are in crisis or just want to talk about what you are going through, you can call or text 988.

Just in case you forgot, here is your reminder! ♥️ If you ever need to talk to someone, you can call or text 988 to be connected with someone who can help. #suicide #suicideprevention #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalillness #suicideawareness #988 #lifeline #988lifeline #support #help #awareness

Just in case you forgot, here is your reminder! ♥️ If you ever need to talk to someone, you can call or text 988 to be connected with someone who can help. #suicide #suicideprevention #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalillness #suicideawareness #988 #lifeline #988lifeline #support #help #awareness

Stalking can have immense impacts on victims, no matter what form the stalking takes. Victims deserve to feel safe.

🚨 If you are in fear for your immediate safety, please dial 911.

💛 If you are worried that a current or former partner may be stalking you, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800.799.SAFE (7233) or go to the Maryland Network Against Domestic Violence website (mnadv.org) to find a local provider who can help.

❤️ If you are in crisis or just want to talk about what you are going through, you can call or text 988.

#suicide #suicideprevention #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalillness #suicideawareness #988 #lifeline #988lifeline #support #help #awareness

Stalking can have immense impacts on victims, no matter what form the stalking takes. Victims deserve to feel safe.

🚨 If you are in fear for your immediate safety, please dial 911.

💛 If you are worried that a current or former partner may be stalking you, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800.799.SAFE (7233) or go to the Maryland Network Against Domestic Violence website (mnadv.org) to find a local provider who can help.

❤️ If you are in crisis or just want to talk about what you are going through, you can call or text 988.

#suicide #suicideprevention #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalillness #suicideawareness #988 #lifeline #988lifeline #support #help #awareness

Stalking can be deadly. Even if stalking does not cause physical harm, it can turn violent, or even lethal. 🚨 If you are in fear for your immediate safety, please dial 911. 💛 If you are worried that a current or former partner may be stalking you, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800.799.SAFE (7233) or go to the Maryland Network Against Domestic Violence website (mnadv.org) to find a local provider who can help. ❤️ If you are in crisis or just want to talk about what you are going through, you can call or text 988. #domesticviolence #intimatepartnerviolence #IPV #DVAM #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth #domesticviolenceawareness #violence #safety #abuse #domesticabuse #intimatepartnerabuse #suicide #suicideprevention #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalillness #suicideawareness #988 #lifeline #988lifeline #support #help #awareness

Stalking can be deadly. Even if stalking does not cause physical harm, it can turn violent, or even lethal. 🚨 If you are in fear for your immediate safety, please dial 911. 💛 If you are worried that a current or former partner may be stalking you, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800.799.SAFE (7233) or go to the Maryland Network Against Domestic Violence website (mnadv.org) to find a local provider who can help. ❤️ If you are in crisis or just want to talk about what you are going through, you can call or text 988. #domesticviolence #intimatepartnerviolence #IPV #DVAM #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth #domesticviolenceawareness #violence #safety #abuse #domesticabuse #intimatepartnerabuse #suicide #suicideprevention #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalillness #suicideawareness #988 #lifeline #988lifeline #support #help #awareness

Join us for Beneath the Surface—Detecting and Addressing Intimate Partner Violence–Related Acquired Brain Injuries, an informative webinar designed to deepen understanding of a critical and often overlooked issue.

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Join us for Beneath the Surface—Detecting and Addressing Intimate Partner Violence–Related Acquired Brain Injuries, an informative webinar designed to deepen understanding of a critical and often overlooked issue.

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If you suspect a child is in immediate danger, call 911. All Maryland citizens should report suspected abuse or neglect to the local department of social services or to a local law enforcement agency. Ensuring the safety of Maryland��’s children is an obligation shared by all citizens and organizations. Go to the Maryland Department of Human Services to learn more about reporting suspected abuse and neglect. #abuse #neglect #childabuse #childneglect #child #children #childsafety #childrensafety #safety

If you suspect a child is in immediate danger, call 911. All Maryland citizens should report suspected abuse or neglect to the local department of social services or to a local law enforcement agency. Ensuring the safety of Maryland’s children is an obligation shared by all citizens and organizations. Go to the Maryland Department of Human Services to learn more about reporting suspected abuse and neglect. #abuse #neglect #childabuse #childneglect #child #children #childsafety #childrensafety #safety

The vast majority of victims are stalked by someone they know, most often a romantic partner (current or former), friend, neighbor, co-worker, or classmate. Stalkers can be dangerous. Stalking often intersects with sexual violence, physical violence, and other victimizations. Stalking can be a part of an abusive relationship. Abusers who stalk are generally more dangerous than those who don't stalk.

🚨 If you are in fear for your immediate safety, please dial 911.

💛 If you are worried that a current or former partner may be stalking you, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800.799.SAFE (7233) or go to the Maryland Network Against Domestic Violence website (mnadv.org) to find a local provider who can help.

❤️ If you are in crisis or just want to talk about what you are going through, you can call or text 988.

#domesticviolence #intimatepartnerviolence #IPV #DVAM #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth #domesticviolenceawareness #violence #safety #abuse #domesticabuse #intimatepartnerabuse

The vast majority of victims are stalked by someone they know, most often a romantic partner (current or former), friend, neighbor, co-worker, or classmate. Stalkers can be dangerous. Stalking often intersects with sexual violence, physical violence, and other victimizations. Stalking can be a part of an abusive relationship. Abusers who stalk are generally more dangerous than those who don't stalk.

🚨 If you are in fear for your immediate safety, please dial 911.

💛 If you are worried that a current or former partner may be stalking you, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800.799.SAFE (7233) or go to the Maryland Network Against Domestic Violence website (mnadv.org) to find a local provider who can help.

❤️ If you are in crisis or just want to talk about what you are going through, you can call or text 988.

#domesticviolence #intimatepartnerviolence #IPV #DVAM #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth #domesticviolenceawareness #violence #safety #abuse #domesticabuse #intimatepartnerabuse

From all of us at PSM, we want to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to all of you following along with us this year. We are excited for what 2026 holds for us and the state of Maryland. ❤️💛🖤

We couldn't do this without your support!

From all of us at PSM, we want to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to all of you following along with us this year. We are excited for what 2026 holds for us and the state of Maryland. ❤️💛🖤

We couldn't do this without your support!

It's okay to feel down, overwhelmed, or sad, even during the holiday season. There is always help available for you! #suicide #suicideprevention #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalillness #suicideawareness #988 #lifeline #988lifeline #support #help #awareness

It's okay to feel down, overwhelmed, or sad, even during the holiday season. There is always help available for you! #suicide #suicideprevention #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalillness #suicideawareness #988 #lifeline #988lifeline #support #help #awareness

All dangerous driving accidents are preventable, and it starts with YOU. Drive focused, drive sober, and drive calmly. 🚘 Be the driver who saves lives. ❤️ #safedriving #safedriver #safety #safe #driving #drivingsafety #dontdrinkanddrive #drivesober #buckleup #donttextanddrive #seatbeltsafety #seatbelt #drivecalm

All dangerous driving accidents are preventable, and it starts with YOU. Drive focused, drive sober, and drive calmly. 🚘 Be the driver who saves lives. ❤️ #safedriving #safedriver #safety #safe #driving #drivingsafety #dontdrinkanddrive #drivesober #buckleup #donttextanddrive #seatbeltsafety #seatbelt #drivecalm

In 2024, there were 1,301 work-zone related crashes, resulting in 339 injuries and 12 fatalities. Everyone deserves to get home safely, do your part in driving cautiously in work zones. #safedriving #safedriver #safety #safe #driving #drivingsafety #dontdrinkanddrive #drivesober #buckleup #donttextanddrive #seatbeltsafety #seatbelt #drivecalm

In 2024, there were 1,301 work-zone related crashes, resulting in 339 injuries and 12 fatalities. Everyone deserves to get home safely, do your part in driving cautiously in work zones. #safedriving #safedriver #safety #safe #driving #drivingsafety #dontdrinkanddrive #drivesober #buckleup #donttextanddrive #seatbeltsafety #seatbelt #drivecalm

What's the menu for your holiday gathering looking like? 🚗 #safedriving #safedriver #safety #safe #driving #drivingsafety #dontdrinkanddrive #drivesober #buckleup #donttextanddrive #seatbeltsafety #seatbelt #drivecalm

What's the menu for your holiday gathering looking like? 🚗 #safedriving #safedriver #safety #safe #driving #drivingsafety #dontdrinkanddrive #drivesober #buckleup #donttextanddrive #seatbeltsafety #seatbelt #drivecalm

Whether it's a bike, a motorcycle, or a big rig, share the road with all kinds of rides. Everyone deserves to get home safely. 🚲🏍️🚛 #safedriving #safedriver #safety #safe #driving #drivingsafety #dontdrinkanddrive #drivesober #buckleup #donttextanddrive #seatbeltsafety #seatbelt #drivecalm

Whether it's a bike, a motorcycle, or a big rig, share the road with all kinds of rides. Everyone deserves to get home safely. 🚲🏍️🚛 #safedriving #safedriver #safety #safe #driving #drivingsafety #dontdrinkanddrive #drivesober #buckleup #donttextanddrive #seatbeltsafety #seatbelt #drivecalm

It just takes a second to enhance the safety of everyone in your car! 🚗

It just takes a second to enhance the safety of everyone in your car! 🚗

It's simple. When you remain focused, calm, and alert, you enhance the safety of those in your car, as well as other motorists, pedestrians, and road workers. Be the #safe driver. #safedriving #safedriver #safety #driving #drivingsafety #dontdrinkanddrive #drivesober #buckleup #donttextanddrive #seatbeltsafety #seatbelt #drivecalm

It's simple. When you remain focused, calm, and alert, you enhance the safety of those in your car, as well as other motorists, pedestrians, and road workers. Be the #safe driver. #safedriving #safedriver #safety #driving #drivingsafety #dontdrinkanddrive #drivesober #buckleup #donttextanddrive #seatbeltsafety #seatbelt #drivecalm

Happy Holidays from all of us at the Partnership for a Safer Maryland! We are thankful for your commitment to our mission to advocate for injury and violence prevention and promote education and surveillance in Maryland through statewide partnerships. #happyholidays #thankyou

Happy Holidays from all of us at the Partnership for a Safer Maryland! We are thankful for your commitment to our mission to advocate for injury and violence prevention and promote education and surveillance in Maryland through statewide partnerships. #happyholidays #thankyou

According to the National Sleep Foundation, a clinical trial found that being awake for 17 to 19 hours is comparable to having a blood alcohol content of 0.05%, leading to decreased reaction time and reduced hand-eye coordination. Be the #alert driver. #safedriving #safedriver #safety #safe #driving #drivingsafety #dontdrinkanddrive #drivesober #buckleup #donttextanddrive #seatbeltsafety #seatbelt #drivecalm

According to the National Sleep Foundation, a clinical trial found that being awake for 17 to 19 hours is comparable to having a blood alcohol content of 0.05%, leading to decreased reaction time and reduced hand-eye coordination. Be the #alert driver. #safedriving #safedriver #safety #safe #driving #drivingsafety #dontdrinkanddrive #drivesober #buckleup #donttextanddrive #seatbeltsafety #seatbelt #drivecalm

That’s a wrap! Thank you for being with us for 2025, we can’t wait for you to join us in 2026 🤩 #wrapped #2025 #2026 #safety #violenceprevention #advocacy #advocate #safe #maryland

That’s a wrap! Thank you for being with us for 2025, we can’t wait for you to join us in 2026 🤩 #wrapped #2025 #2026 #safety #violenceprevention #advocacy #advocate #safe #maryland

These crashes are 100% preventable. Don't drive while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Be the #sober driver. #safedriving #safedriver #safety #safe #driving #drivingsafety #dontdrinkanddrive #drivesober #buckleup #donttextanddrive #seatbeltsafety #seatbelt #drivecalm

These crashes are 100% preventable. Don't drive while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Be the #sober driver. #safedriving #safedriver #safety #safe #driving #drivingsafety #dontdrinkanddrive #drivesober #buckleup #donttextanddrive #seatbeltsafety #seatbelt #drivecalm

Distracted driving is any activity that diverts attention from driving, including talking or texting on your phone, eating and drinking, talking to people in your vehicle, fiddling with the stereo, entertainment or navigation system — anything that takes your attention away from the task of safe driving. Be the #focused driver. #safedriving #safedriver #safety #safe #driving #drivingsafety #dontdrinkanddrive #drivesober #buckleup #donttextanddrive #seatbeltsafety #seatbelt #drivecalm

Distracted driving is any activity that diverts attention from driving, including talking or texting on your phone, eating and drinking, talking to people in your vehicle, fiddling with the stereo, entertainment or navigation system — anything that takes your attention away from the task of safe driving. Be the #focused driver. #safedriving #safedriver #safety #safe #driving #drivingsafety #dontdrinkanddrive #drivesober #buckleup #donttextanddrive #seatbeltsafety #seatbelt #drivecalm

December 2025 Semi-Annual Maryland Violence and Injury Prevention

💡Strength, Balance, and Prevention: Building Safer Communities Across Maryland

🗓️Wed, Dec 10, 2025
⏰8:30 AM - 1:00 PM EST

Register now on the Partnership website!

December 2025 Semi-Annual Maryland Violence and Injury Prevention

💡Strength, Balance, and Prevention: Building Safer Communities Across Maryland

🗓️Wed, Dec 10, 2025
⏰8:30 AM - 1:00 PM EST

Register now on the Partnership website!

Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃 Remember to be safe, and don't get behind the wheel if you've been drinking. #safedriving #safedriver #safety #safe #driving #drivingsafety #dontdrinkanddrive #drivesober #buckleup #donttextanddrive #seatbeltsafety #seatbelt #drivecalm

Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃 Remember to be safe, and don't get behind the wheel if you've been drinking. #safedriving #safedriver #safety #safe #driving #drivingsafety #dontdrinkanddrive #drivesober #buckleup #donttextanddrive #seatbeltsafety #seatbelt #drivecalm

According to the United Nations, a woman is killed every 10 minutes. The International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women is a reminder that violence against women and girls remains one of the most prevalent and pervasive human rights violations in the world. Globally, almost one in three women have been subjected to physical and/or sexual intimate partner violence, non-partner sexual violence, or both, at least once in their life. #domesticviolence #intimatepartnerviolence #IPV #DVAM #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth #domesticviolenceawareness #violence #safety #abuse #domesticabuse #intimatepartnerabuse #noexcuse

According to the United Nations, a woman is killed every 10 minutes. The International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women is a reminder that violence against women and girls remains one of the most prevalent and pervasive human rights violations in the world. Globally, almost one in three women have been subjected to physical and/or sexual intimate partner violence, non-partner sexual violence, or both, at least once in their life. #domesticviolence #intimatepartnerviolence #IPV #DVAM #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth #domesticviolenceawareness #violence #safety #abuse #domesticabuse #intimatepartnerabuse #noexcuse

Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can have a lasting impact on both your mind and your body. Take steps today to reduce your fall risk and reduce your risk of TBI. #falls #fallprevention #olderadults #olderadult #elderly #elder #fallpreventionawareness #aging #aginginplace #agingwell #agewell #tbi #traumaticbraininjury #brain #braininjury #braininjuryprevention #tbiprevention #traumaticbraininjuryprevention #brainhealth #brainsafety #safety #trauma #traumaprevention

Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can have a lasting impact on both your mind and your body. Take steps today to reduce your fall risk and reduce your risk of TBI. #falls #fallprevention #olderadults #olderadult #elderly #elder #fallpreventionawareness #aging #aginginplace #agingwell #agewell #tbi #traumaticbraininjury #brain #braininjury #braininjuryprevention #tbiprevention #traumaticbraininjuryprevention #brainhealth #brainsafety #safety #trauma #traumaprevention

Take one of these steps TODAY to help you reduce your risk of falls! #falls #fallprevention #olderadults #olderadult #elderly #elder #fallpreventionawareness #aging #aginginplace #agingwell #agewell

Take one of these steps TODAY to help you reduce your risk of falls! #falls #fallprevention #olderadults #olderadult #elderly #elder #fallpreventionawareness #aging #aginginplace #agingwell #agewell

Every year, millions more road victims are added to the current toll of over 50 million killed and hundreds of millions injured since the first road death. When people are killed or severely injured in road traffic collisions before their time, the world loses more than just individuals — it loses their potential, their ideas, their future impact on society. Today, we remember those who were killed and seriously injured on the roads, and look towards a future where lives are no longer lost. ❤️ #safedriving #safedriver #safety #safe #driving #drivingsafety #dontdrinkanddrive #drivesober #buckleup #donttextanddrive #seatbeltsafety #seatbelt #drivecalm

Every year, millions more road victims are added to the current toll of over 50 million killed and hundreds of millions injured since the first road death. When people are killed or severely injured in road traffic collisions before their time, the world loses more than just individuals — it loses their potential, their ideas, their future impact on society. Today, we remember those who were killed and seriously injured on the roads, and look towards a future where lives are no longer lost. ❤️ #safedriving #safedriver #safety #safe #driving #drivingsafety #dontdrinkanddrive #drivesober #buckleup #donttextanddrive #seatbeltsafety #seatbelt #drivecalm

Do you know what to do if you were to fall? Use these tips to stay safe! #falls #fallprevention #olderadults #olderadult #elderly #elder #fallpreventionawareness #aging #aginginplace #agingwell #agewell

Do you know what to do if you were to fall? Use these tips to stay safe! #falls #fallprevention #olderadults #olderadult #elderly #elder #fallpreventionawareness #aging #aginginplace #agingwell #agewell

This Veteran's Day, we're here to remind those who have served and their loved ones that free, confidential crisis support is available 24/7. ❤️💙 #suicide #suicideprevention #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalillness #suicideawareness #988 #lifeline #988lifeline #support #help #awareness #veteran #veterans #veteransday

This Veteran's Day, we're here to remind those who have served and their loved ones that free, confidential crisis support is available 24/7. ❤️💙 #suicide #suicideprevention #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalillness #suicideawareness #988 #lifeline #988lifeline #support #help #awareness #veteran #veterans #veteransday

Did you know there are certain things that put you at a greater risk for a fall? #falls #fallprevention #olderadults #olderadult #elderly #elder #fallpreventionawareness #aging #aginginplace #agingwell #agewell

Did you know there are certain things that put you at a greater risk for a fall? #falls #fallprevention #olderadults #olderadult #elderly #elder #fallpreventionawareness #aging #aginginplace #agingwell #agewell

This webinar will explore best practices for communicating safety messages effectively across digital platforms.

Head over to our website to register! 💛

This webinar will explore best practices for communicating safety messages effectively across digital platforms.

Head over to our website to register! 💛

Falls and injuries can be prevented! Check out our website for fall prevention tips, and what to do if you fall. #falls #fallprevention #olderadults #olderadult #elderly #elder #fallpreventionawareness #aging #aginginplace #agingwell #agewell

Falls and injuries can be prevented! Check out our website for fall prevention tips, and what to do if you fall. #falls #fallprevention #olderadults #olderadult #elderly #elder #fallpreventionawareness #aging #aginginplace #agingwell #agewell

November is Fall Prevention Month. Falls are 100% preventable. Head to our website for more information about falls and how to best stay safe. #falls #fallprevention #olderadults #olderadult #elderly #elder #fallpreventionawareness #aging #aginginplace #agingwell #agewell

November is Fall Prevention Month. Falls are 100% preventable. Head to our website for more information about falls and how to best stay safe. #falls #fallprevention #olderadults #olderadult #elderly #elder #fallpreventionawareness #aging #aginginplace #agingwell #agewell

Safe and healthy babies start with safe and healthy pregnancies! Being free of violence and fear can help you have a safe and healthy pregnancy. Help is available. If you suspect that you or someone you know is being abused by a current or former partner, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 #Every1KnowsSome1 #domesticviolence #intimatepartnerviolence #IPV #DVAM #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth #domesticviolenceawareness #violence #safety #abuse #domesticabuse #intimatepartnerabuse

Safe and healthy babies start with safe and healthy pregnancies! Being free of violence and fear can help you have a safe and healthy pregnancy. Help is available. If you suspect that you or someone you know is being abused by a current or former partner, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 #Every1KnowsSome1 #domesticviolence #intimatepartnerviolence #IPV #DVAM #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth #domesticviolenceawareness #violence #safety #abuse #domesticabuse #intimatepartnerabuse

There is a real and frighteningly significant connection between stalking and intimate partner violence. Stalking often co-occurs with intimate partner violence and can be an indicator of other forms of violence. Stalking can be a way to exert power and control during and/or after an abusive relationship. If you suspect that you or someone you know is being abused by a current or former partner, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 #Every1KnowsSome1 #domesticviolence #intimatepartnerviolence #IPV #DVAM #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth #domesticviolenceawareness #violence #safety #abuse #domesticabuse #intimatepartnerabuse

There is a real and frighteningly significant connection between stalking and intimate partner violence. Stalking often co-occurs with intimate partner violence and can be an indicator of other forms of violence. Stalking can be a way to exert power and control during and/or after an abusive relationship. If you suspect that you or someone you know is being abused by a current or former partner, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 #Every1KnowsSome1 #domesticviolence #intimatepartnerviolence #IPV #DVAM #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth #domesticviolenceawareness #violence #safety #abuse #domesticabuse #intimatepartnerabuse

According to the Ohio Domestic Violence Network, in one study, 85% of domestic violence victims reported being hit in the head. Of that 85%, 50% stated that it happened too many times for them to count. If you suspect that you or someone you know is being abused by a current or former partner, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 #Every1KnowsSome1 #domesticviolence #intimatepartnerviolence #IPV #DVAM #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth #domesticviolenceawareness #violence #safety #abuse #domesticabuse #intimatepartnerabuse

According to the Ohio Domestic Violence Network, in one study, 85% of domestic violence victims reported being hit in the head. Of that 85%, 50% stated that it happened too many times for them to count. If you suspect that you or someone you know is being abused by a current or former partner, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 #Every1KnowsSome1 #domesticviolence #intimatepartnerviolence #IPV #DVAM #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth #domesticviolenceawareness #violence #safety #abuse #domesticabuse #intimatepartnerabuse

Today is National Check Your Meds Day! This is your reminder to review your prescriptions and medications in your home, remove and safely dispose of expired medications, and update prescriptions as necessary. #poison #poisoning #overdose #overdoseprevention #prevention #medications #medication #meds #medmanagement #prescriptions #meddisposal #safedisposal

Today is National Check Your Meds Day! This is your reminder to review your prescriptions and medications in your home, remove and safely dispose of expired medications, and update prescriptions as necessary. #poison #poisoning #overdose #overdoseprevention #prevention #medications #medication #meds #medmanagement #prescriptions #meddisposal #safedisposal

If your partner has placed pressure on your neck or obstructed your breathing (like placing a pillow over your nose and mouth), seek medical attention as soon as possible. These signs and symptoms may be present, however, you may not experience any of these and still have internal injury.

If you suspect that you or someone you know is being abused by a current or former partner, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

#Every1KnowsSome1 #domesticviolence #intimatepartnerviolence #IPV #DVAM #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth #domesticviolenceawareness #violence #safety #abuse #domesticabuse #intimatepartnerabuse

If your partner has placed pressure on your neck or obstructed your breathing (like placing a pillow over your nose and mouth), seek medical attention as soon as possible. These signs and symptoms may be present, however, you may not experience any of these and still have internal injury.

If you suspect that you or someone you know is being abused by a current or former partner, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

#Every1KnowsSome1 #domesticviolence #intimatepartnerviolence #IPV #DVAM #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth #domesticviolenceawareness #violence #safety #abuse #domesticabuse #intimatepartnerabuse

Strangulation increases the likelihood of homicide by 750%. If you are being abused, know you are not alone.

If you suspect that you or someone you know is being abused by a current or former partner, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

#Every1KnowsSome1 #domesticviolence #intimatepartnerviolence #IPV #DVAM #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth #domesticviolenceawareness #violence #safety #abuse #domesticabuse #intimatepartnerabuse

Strangulation increases the likelihood of homicide by 750%. If you are being abused, know you are not alone.

If you suspect that you or someone you know is being abused by a current or former partner, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

#Every1KnowsSome1 #domesticviolence #intimatepartnerviolence #IPV #DVAM #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth #domesticviolenceawareness #violence #safety #abuse #domesticabuse #intimatepartnerabuse

According to the Maryland Network Against Domestic Violence, of the 38 deaths related to Intimate Partner Violence in 2023, nearly 3/4 of those deaths were caused by the use of a gun.

If you suspect that you or someone you know is being abused by a current or former partner, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

#Every1KnowsSome1 #domesticviolence #intimatepartnerviolence #IPV #DVAM #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth #domesticviolenceawareness #violence #safety #abuse #domesticabuse #intimatepartnerabuse

According to the Maryland Network Against Domestic Violence, of the 38 deaths related to Intimate Partner Violence in 2023, nearly 3/4 of those deaths were caused by the use of a gun.

If you suspect that you or someone you know is being abused by a current or former partner, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

#Every1KnowsSome1 #domesticviolence #intimatepartnerviolence #IPV #DVAM #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth #domesticviolenceawareness #violence #safety #abuse #domesticabuse #intimatepartnerabuse

Start by believing survivors. Survivors with support systems are more likely to reach out for help to stay safe, and how YOU show up for them can make a big difference.

If you suspect that you or someone you know is being abused by a current or former partner, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

#Every1KnowsSome1 #domesticviolence #domesticviolenceawareness #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth #dvam #ipv #intimatepartnerviolence #dv #abuse #violence

Start by believing survivors. Survivors with support systems are more likely to reach out for help to stay safe, and how YOU show up for them can make a big difference.

If you suspect that you or someone you know is being abused by a current or former partner, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

#Every1KnowsSome1 #domesticviolence #domesticviolenceawareness #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth #dvam #ipv #intimatepartnerviolence #dv #abuse #violence

Today is World Mental Health Day, and it's a great reminder to put taking care of yourself on your to-do list for the day! If you or someone you know is in crisis, please call, text, or chat 988. #suicide #suicideprevention #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalillness #suicideawareness #988 #lifeline #988lifeline #support #help #awareness

Today is World Mental Health Day, and it's a great reminder to put taking care of yourself on your to-do list for the day! If you or someone you know is in crisis, please call, text, or chat 988. #suicide #suicideprevention #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalillness #suicideawareness #988 #lifeline #988lifeline #support #help #awareness

Abuse isn't always physical.

If you suspect that you or someone you know is being abused by a current or former partner, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

#Every1KnowsSome1 #domesticviolence #intimatepartnerviolence #IPV #DVAM #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth #domesticviolenceawareness #violence #safety #abuse #domesticabuse #intimatepartnerabuse

Abuse isn't always physical.

If you suspect that you or someone you know is being abused by a current or former partner, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

#Every1KnowsSome1 #domesticviolence #intimatepartnerviolence #IPV #DVAM #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth #domesticviolenceawareness #violence #safety #abuse #domesticabuse #intimatepartnerabuse

Start by believing survivors. Survivors with support systems are more likely to reach out for help to stay safe, and how YOU show up for them can make a big difference.

If you suspect that you or someone you know is being abused by a current or former partner, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

#Every1KnowsSome1 #domesticviolence #intimatepartnerviolence #IPV #DVAM #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth #domesticviolenceawareness #violence #safety #abuse #domesticabuse #intimatepartnerabuse

Start by believing survivors. Survivors with support systems are more likely to reach out for help to stay safe, and how YOU show up for them can make a big difference.

If you suspect that you or someone you know is being abused by a current or former partner, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

#Every1KnowsSome1 #domesticviolence #intimatepartnerviolence #IPV #DVAM #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth #domesticviolenceawareness #violence #safety #abuse #domesticabuse #intimatepartnerabuse

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. If you are experiencing abuse, know that you are not alone. 🤍

If you are in immediate danger, please dial 911. If you suspect that you or someone you know is being abused by a current or former partner, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

#Every1KnowsSome1 #domesticviolence #intimatepartnerviolence #IPV #DVAM #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth #domesticviolenceawareness #violence #safety #abuse #domesticabuse #intimatepartnerabuse

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. If you are experiencing abuse, know that you are not alone. 🤍

If you are in immediate danger, please dial 911. If you suspect that you or someone you know is being abused by a current or former partner, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

#Every1KnowsSome1 #domesticviolence #intimatepartnerviolence #IPV #DVAM #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth #domesticviolenceawareness #violence #safety #abuse #domesticabuse #intimatepartnerabuse

From the Office of Integrated Wellness and Prevention, "Hope is the belief that something better is possible. It isn’t blind optimism or pretending everything is okay. It doesn’t erase pain. Hope holds space for the idea that this is not the end of the story. It keeps people going through pain, fear, and uncertainty. Hope is a bridge between despair and action."

There is hope and there is support!

If you or someone you know is in crisis, call, text, or chat 988 (chat available at www.988Lifeline.org).

#suicide #suicideprevention #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalillness #suicideawareness #988 #lifeline #988lifeline #support #help #awareness

From the Office of Integrated Wellness and Prevention, "Hope is the belief that something better is possible. It isn’t blind optimism or pretending everything is okay. It doesn’t erase pain. Hope holds space for the idea that this is not the end of the story. It keeps people going through pain, fear, and uncertainty. Hope is a bridge between despair and action."

There is hope and there is support!

If you or someone you know is in crisis, call, text, or chat 988 (chat available at www.988Lifeline.org).

#suicide #suicideprevention #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalillness #suicideawareness #988 #lifeline #988lifeline #support #help #awareness

ICYMI: We hosted a Fall Prevention Awareness Week Forum on 9.22.25 with experts, advocates, and community members brought together to raise awareness, share solutions, and promote safety for Maryland’s aging population.

Head over to our website to watch the recording now! ❤

#falls #fallprevention #olderadults #olderadult #elderly #elder #fallpreventionawareness #aging #aginginplace #agingwell #agewell

ICYMI: We hosted a Fall Prevention Awareness Week Forum on 9.22.25 with experts, advocates, and community members brought together to raise awareness, share solutions, and promote safety for Maryland’s aging population.

Head over to our website to watch the recording now! ❤

#falls #fallprevention #olderadults #olderadult #elderly #elder #fallpreventionawareness #aging #aginginplace #agingwell #agewell

If you do fall, don't panic! Follow these steps to prevent further injury. 💢 #falls #fallprevention #olderadults #olderadult #elderly #elder #fallpreventionawareness #aging #aginginplace #agingwell #agewell

If you do fall, don't panic! Follow these steps to prevent further injury. 💢 #falls #fallprevention #olderadults #olderadult #elderly #elder #fallpreventionawareness #aging #aginginplace #agingwell #agewell

We all have a role to play in preventing falls. If you are an older adult, use this as your reminder to ask your friends and family to help reduce your risk of fall at home. This may look like adding supports to your home, like grab bars, adding additional lighting throughout your home, ensuring there are sturdy places to sit in every room, and clearing hazardous items like cords and clutter out of walkways. #falls #fallprevention #olderadults #olderadult #elderly #elder #fallpreventionawareness #aging #aginginplace #agingwell #agewell

We all have a role to play in preventing falls. If you are an older adult, use this as your reminder to ask your friends and family to help reduce your risk of fall at home. This may look like adding supports to your home, like grab bars, adding additional lighting throughout your home, ensuring there are sturdy places to sit in every room, and clearing hazardous items like cords and clutter out of walkways. #falls #fallprevention #olderadults #olderadult #elderly #elder #fallpreventionawareness #aging #aginginplace #agingwell #agewell

Don't miss out! Our Fall Prevention Awareness Week webinar will be held this morning at 11 AM ☀

Register on our website! Link in bio 🔗

#falls #fallprevention #olderadults #olderadult #elderly #elder #fallpreventionawareness #aging #aginginplace #agingwell #agewell

Don't miss out! Our Fall Prevention Awareness Week webinar will be held this morning at 11 AM ☀

Register on our website! Link in bio 🔗

#falls #fallprevention #olderadults #olderadult #elderly #elder #fallpreventionawareness #aging #aginginplace #agingwell #agewell

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