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Mahatma Gandhi once said, “Be the change that you wish to see in the world.” This is an inspiring story of two students in Ruidoso who heard his message and took it to heart. In the days following the “Disciple Now” youth community service weekend, Help End Abuse for Life (HEAL) was presented with another stunning example of local …
One of the core values of Lincoln County is that of service and it is demonstrated on a daily basis by our many local churches. “Disciple Now” is a multi-church program that teaches youth the importance of community service, empathy, support and kindness. This past weekend, J Bar J Church, Gateway Christian Church and First Baptist Church of Ruidoso …
This past weekend, the communities of Lincoln County and Mescalero flocked to Mountain Annie’s Center for the Arts to join Help End Abuse for Life (HEAL) at the 2013 Heroes with Heart Awards Gala that celebrates local individuals and groups who have gone above and beyond the call of duty. This year’s winners came from all walks of life. Many …
For most folks, faith is among the most important things in life. Without it, we lose our way. For those in recovery, whether from domestic violence, substance abuse or mental health issues, the need for faith may be even more powerful. When Help End Abuse for Life (HEAL) first opened the Nest domestic violence shelter in 2007, it created …
Sweet Charity would like to shout out a big thank you to Josie Powell of Josie’s Framery in Ruidoso. Josie is an avid supporter of Sweet Charity. She is the smiling face that will often show up at your home when you call with a donation pickup. Josie also happens to serve as the Vice President of Help End Abuse …
In a little over a week, Lincoln County and Mescalero will gather to honor the many heroes who quietly move among us. Some will be well known. Some will be less known. But, at the end of the 2013 HEAL Heroes with Heart Awards Gala on Sunday, March 3rd at Mt. Annie’s Center for the Arts, our community will rise, once …
Who is YOUR hero? It’s that time again, y’all….Time to nominate the 2013 HEAL Heroes with Heart. See the link below to fill out the super simple nomination form. We all know someone who has done something incredible this past year in Lincoln County and Mescalero. Nominate them! GET YOUR HEROES WITH HEART NOMINATION FORM HERE
Ruidoso is a small village where, as the old saying goes, everyone knows everyone. The same is true of businesses, churches and organizations in our cozy community. Oftentimes, when one charity gets an abundance of a donation, it shares with other needy charities in town. That happened when HEAL was the initial recipient of much food and produce from the …
This is a story of the two little pigs, Hope and Faith. You might be asking yourself, “What in the world do two pigs have to do with HEAL and The Nest domestic violence shelter?” Hope and Faith, who are two very large ceramic pigs, as in piggy banks, adorned with Nest insignia, are making a difference by helping to …
The Best Western Pine Springs in Ruidoso Downs is somewhat of a neighbor to the Nest. Located across from the racetrack, it is but a mile or two from the shelter. HEAL thanks the Best Western for donating many breakfast items to the Nest. They have joined the ranks of many other businesses in Lincoln County, all of whom have …