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Domestic Violence Awareness Month 2019 TUES DAYS all day Wear purple every Tuesday in October to show your support for survivors of domestic violence and have a chance to win a prize each week. wear purple and win 16 23 & 30 CLINIC SHELL ROOM 5-7pm The CARE Program is providing materials and space to make bone aprons. Space is limited, please contact the CARE Program to register: 541-444-9680. apron making Transportation On October 7-10, the CARE Program will host a Women’s Gathering facili- tated by Rebecca Martel. Space is limited, please contact Jen Metcalf to register: 541-444-9615. 7-10 LOCATION TBD 9am-4pm women’s gathering The CARE Program is hon- ored to host an evening with a couple of strong Siletz community members who will share their stories of survival and resilience. All are welcome. 24 DANCE HOUSE 6pm survivor stories MILITARY SEXUAL TRAUMA SUPPORT GROUP Community Health has transporters who are available to transport clients for medical, dental and limited prescription needs. Transportation services require at least 2 business days notice, but please schedule as soon as you are aware of the need. Service is on a first - come, first - served basis. Transportation services are offered as a last resort for those who have no other way to reach appointments. To make an appointment, please call the Sexual assault is a pervasive problem in the United States, including in the Armed Forces. Public beliefs and attitudes about sexual assault lead to complacency and acceptance of a “rape culture” in the United States where rape is normalized, excused, tolerated and even con- doned. This acceptance creates an environment that makes it nearly impossible for sexual assault victims, in both the military and civilian systems, to obtain justice and discourages them from reporting and seeking help. Transportation Line: 541- 444- 9633. WHEN: Monday, October 21, 2019 Leave a message with your name and phone number and we will return your call on the next business day. WHERE: 107 SE Swan Ave., Siletz OR 97380 (old clinic lobby) TIME: 5:30-7:00PM Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians Community Health Department CONTACT: Jenifer Metcalf 541-444-9615 or jenm@ctsi.nsn.us October 2019 • Siletz News • 7
