Michele & Pat Cenci

As a proud employee and volunteer of LSS we have the unique opportunity to witness firsthand the important, lifesaving services CHOICES offers to victims of domestic violence and their children. We see women and men who are bruised and broken.  We see mothers with babies and small children scared and hurting wondering what's next.  But, we know CHOICES makes a difference for many taking the difficult step toward help and healing.  It's when when victims decide to Choose Hope and become survivors!  We are encourged when we see the children laughing and playing in our safe, secure courtyard.  We are inspired when we see a parent working in our resources center to find employement.  We are over the moon when we see a family leave our shelter to move into their new home.  That's when we see Hope. 

We decided to join as Choose Hope Champions because it’s one way that we can support victims of domestic violence—and their children. The funds we raise will be put to good use providing victims a safe place to go and the care and support they need to create a safer future, free from violence.

You can Choose Hope by making a gift today to support LSS CHOICES and those we serve. Together, we can help break the cycle of domestic violence!

At LSS CHOICES, we rely on the generosity, kindness and compassion of donors to make our services possible. Throughout October, which is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we are excited to present Choose Hope, a fundraising campaign that includes a 30-minute special that aired on October 8 on 10TV.

You can Choose Hope by donating today! Your gift will support our important work at LSS CHOICES and help transform victims of domestic violence into survivors. You can also join our team of volunteer fundraisers! Click on "Fundraise" at the top of the page to get started now. 

When you Choose Hope, you give victims hope for safety, hope for peace, hope for healing, and hope for a better future. Thank you for choosing hope!

LSS CHOICES for Victims of Domestic Violence, Franklin County’s only domestic violence focused shelter, offers victims and their children a safe place to go to break the cycle of domestic violence and begin the healing process. Our 24-hour crisis hotline, legal and community advocates, counseling, peer support groups, and other critical services help victims leave behind abusive relationships and create a safer future for themselves and their loved ones.