Local “Golfers Against Violence” Poster Launched

PGA Professionals from several Lincoln County and Mescalero golf courses joined local male golfers in the release of another “Men Against Violence” poster, a campaign hosted by HEAL and the Nest Domestic Violence Shelter in Ruidoso Downs. The Golfers Against Violence poster is the 14th in the series that features prominent and respected men in the community taking a stand …

Local RV Park Fills Shelter Lobby

Mountain High RV Park in Alto made its second large donation to the Nest Domestic Violence Shelter in Ruidoso Downs. The donation consisted of much needed personal items such as shampoo, conditioner, toothbrushes and toothpaste, kids coloring workbooks in both English and Spanish, personal soaps and baby wipes and diapers. “Our friends at Mountain High realize how difficult it is …

Local Doctor Donates Scar Removal for Nest Residents

Dr. Stephen Rath, MD, of Fusion Medical Spa is offering free scar removal for victims of domestic violence at the Nest. Dr. Rath and his staff welcomed the addition of Nest brochures in the waiting room of Fusion Medical Spa.  After discussing his services with HEAL staff, Dr. Rath made the very generous offer to assist women who have suffered …

MESA Club Students Donate to Shelter Residents

The MESA Club of Ruidoso High School made its second annual donation of various household items for residents at the Nest Domestic Violence Shelter. Teacher Advisor Kala Scarafiotti noted, “The students in the MESA Club have a special interest in the Nest.  This is the second year the students conducted fundraising to purchase the items needed by the women at …