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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). Each year, The Nest offers a very moving candlelight vigil inside the shelter for the residents and members of the HEAL family. “The first Monday of October is the Day of Unity across the country,” said HEAL Executive Director Coleen Widell. “Its purpose is to mourn the loss of those murdered by their …
Many thanks go out to Jennifer Hoffman for donating baby clothes to The Nest. With a full house, The Nest is always in need of clothing for infants and small children. Thank you, Jennifer!
Thank you, Judith Howard for donating bags, robes and socks to the residents of The Nest. Her recent donation is one of several she has made over the years. “I have always donated since The Nest opened,” Howard said. “I thoroughly believe in the work that The Nest does.” Thanks, Judith…you are appreciated!
For the second year in a row, the men of Lincoln County will have a chance to strut their stuff in red, 5-inch high heels during the Aspenfest parade on October 4th at 10am. “Last year there were seven or eight men who participated. This year, there will be 25 brave souls”, HEAL board member and Treasurer Rick Hutchison said. …
A special thank you goes to Toni Knox for donating shampoo, lotions and other bathing essentials. We also want to give a shout out to Debbie Haines-Nix for donating robes and slippers to our residents. Your donations have brought care and comfort to many. Thank you!
On Saturday, September 20, several teams in the community will be embarking on an adventure. Help End Abuse for Life (HEAL) is hosting The Nest Quest! The event is filled with fun and innovative challenges at businesses throughout the Lincoln County community, which will serve as stopping points along the way. Each team will be given a clue to a …
Many thanks to Dr. Cynthia Orozco for donating various soap and lotions to the shelter. Linda Tobkin, a SADD (Students Against Drunk Driving) teacher at Ruidoso high school and her husband Joe Tobkin also brought toothpaste, toothbrushes and soap. At The Nest, these items are packaged as starter kits for the women and children who move on into a life …
The Nest is a safe place for women and children. Employees of the Nest, as well as their families, offer constant support to the shelter, making the atmosphere feel like home to the residents. “My husband Kevin has helped at the Nest on several occasions,” Shelter Supervisor June Shaughnessy said. “Most recently, he and a friend, Mars Capen, came to …
Katie Kmetz of the Lodge of Sierra Blanca donated Subway sandwiches to the shelter. “The Nest is so important because it provides a safe home for women and children whose lives are in danger,” Kmetz said. “I admire these women for their strength and courage.” HEAL and The Nest appreciate the partnership!
Each year, the University of New Mexico’s football team spends eleven nights in the cool Ruidoso pines. “It is a good place to practice,” Lobos coach Brian Despain said. “We come for our fall camp, which is our preseason practice time.” The team practices at the White Mountain complex. While staying at the Lodge of Sierra Blanca, the team was …