Author: HEAL

On May 6, 2014 – Give Grande! to HEAL & The Nest Domestic Violence Shelter: http://givegrandenm.org/#npo/help-end-abuse-for-life-inc-heal. —————————- What is Give Grande NM? Give ¡Grande! NM is a unique, 24-hour online giving event that allows individuals in our community an opportunity to donate to nonprofits that improve quality of life in New Mexico on May 6, 2014, 12am to midnight (MST). …

Have you ever noticed how, when things get challenging in your life, you sometimes lose track of your basic health needs?  Thanks to Jeane Lacewell, the women at The Nest won’t have to worry about their vitamin needs.  Jeane recently brought by several vitamins for women and kids, as well as school supplies and Mickey Mouse soaps for our children.  …

Although The Nest is a joyful place full of strong women and children reclaiming their lives and recreating their futures, the very task of “becoming survivors” can weigh deeply on a person’s soul. Because of that, shelter staff has engaged with supporters and the business community of Lincoln County to provide some light-hearted reprieve to the residents of The Nest. …

Ruidoso business owner Lee Pate often supports the women and children at the Nest by donating homemade soap slices he sells at his store in town.  The special soap means a lot of the survivors.  It is a reminder that folks in Lincoln County really do support their courageous efforts. Thank you, Lee! All Lathered Up 2525 Sudderth Dr. Ruidoso, …

Garland Street Church of Christ of Plainview, Texas hosted their third annual weekend youth retreat in Ruidoso last weekend. As part of the group’s studies and the retreat’s major lessons, 13 girls were sent to the Sweet Charity repeat boutique, the upscale shop that supports Help End Abuse for Life (HEAL) and The Nest. Laura Patterson, the organizer for the …

After the annual “Not Your Same Ole Enchilada” fundraiser last week, the Ruidoso Rotary Club donated a mountain of chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, onions and bell peppers to The Nest.  Thanks for paying it forward, Rotarians!

It is no secret the work done within the walls of The Nest domestic violence shelter is difficult, but perhaps the most common misunderstanding is any outsider’s tendency to pity the women and children residing there. Ask any Help End Abuse for Life (HEAL) staff member to describe what a 90-day stay may look like for a budding survivor and …

It seems when things go astray, it often happens after hours.  Such was the case recently when one of The Nest’s hot water heaters gave out.  Eddie Hedin was summoned to the rescue on a weekend day and got the replacement rewired and back up and running in short order.  Thank you, Mr. Hedin!

Last week, Representative Zach Cook and Senator William Burt appeared in Ruidoso to reflect on this year’s legislative session in a forum hosted by Help End Abuse for Life (HEAL) and Sanctuary on the River. With an unexpected turnout, the conservatory at Sanctuary on the River was lined wall-to-wall with local elected officials, HEAL staff and board members and many …

Even though Valentine’s Day is long past, the sweet memories created by the Lighthouse Sunday School Class and the First Baptist Church remain at The Nest.  To celebrate true love, these wonderful churches brought the women and children very special Valentine cookies, candies, kind messages and balloons.  Thank you for making their day!