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. …
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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT – All Lathered Up
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, …
Youth Group Volunteers at Sweet Charity
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 …
ORGANIZATION SPOTLIGHT – Ruidoso Rotary Club
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!
Taking Flight: Nest Survivor Tells Her Story
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 …
BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT – Eddie Hedin
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!
Constituency Meeting and Private Tour of The Nest
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 …
BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT – First Baptist Church
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!
Bealls Fundraiser Supports The Nest
In a national corporate effort to inspire awareness of charities, their work and the necessity of community support, Bealls department stores across the nation are choosing a local or national charity for which to raise money. For the company’s first endeavor into its new “30 Days of Giving” campaign, the Ruidoso Bealls chose to support Help End Abuse for Life …
BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT – Dr. Amanda Favis of Ruidoso Animal Clinic
Dr. Amanda Favis and Luther Light recently donated two electronics to the children at The Nest. First, the Leap Pad Ultra is a child-safe computer tablet with a large hi-res screen, Wi-Fi with kid-safe web and access to the LeapFrog educator-approved library. Secondly, the V.Reader is an interactive children’s e-reader (like a Kindle). Because we know that exposure to books …