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People's PlaceHelping people find their

path to growth and independence

THE PEOPLE’S VOICE1129 AIRPORT ROAD • MILFORD, DE 19963(302) 422-8033 • www.people’s place2.com

FIRST QUARTER VOLUME 1, ISSUE 1

~ INSIDE THIS ISSUE ~

~ UPCOMING EVENTS ~

Meet OurExecutive Director 2

People’s Place ReceivesFederal Grant 2

People’s Place Chosen As Television Media Partner 2

FeelingsAmber 2

Success Story —“Rose” 3

Success Story —“Linda Ann” 3

Conflict Resolution DayRecognition 3

WomenChastity Morales 3

12th AnnualChoral Breakfast 4

2nd Annual Agency ConferenceWomenade Marks One Year 5

People’s Place ReceivesMid-Del Foundation Grant 6

Dover Verizon Wireless EventAids People’s Place 6

I Got Flowers TodayPaulette Kelly 6

Programs & Services,Events, Wish List & more 7

A Message FromOur Executive Director 8

� People’s Promise of HopeGala, An Evening of Musicand Laughter

� Race to be Safe5K Run/Walk

White House Recognizes Cherelyn Homlish Cherelyn Homlish, Associate Director of Domestic Violence

Services, was honored Oct. 20th by White House leaders, re-ceiving the Champions of Change Award for her long-standingdedication, advocacy and work to end domestic violence insouthern Delaware and other communities. Homlish was oneof 14 Champions of Change Award recipients, leaders in thefield of domestic violence, who shared their personal storiesand discussed lessons learned while working to end domesticviolence on a local level.Champions of Change isa White House weekly ini-tiative which highlightsAmericans who are mak-ing an impact in theircommunities and helpingthe country rise to meetthe many challenges ofthe 21st century.

Bob Walls Charity Event Benefits People’s Place

A Pre-Dove Warm-Up Sporting Clay Shoot was held August14 at Owen’s Station in Greenwood. The benefit raised over$1,200 which will be used to support the People’s Place Veter-ans Outreach Program.Bob Walls, Linda Chickand Chuck Mortonhelped sponsor theevent. For more infor-mation about the Vet-erans OutreachProgram, please callMike Rowe at 422-8033extension 173.

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Meet Our Executive Director Listening to Del Failing speak, you realize that he knows not only

about the state of Delaware, but also about the people who live here. Aman who possesses a wealth of information, his unassuming nature putsyou at ease from the moment he says “Hello.” And from just one conver-sation, you also realize that Del has worked tirelessly be-hind the scenes, dedicating the last 22 years to helpingsouthern Delawareans obtain assistance at People’s Placeand find their path to growth and independence.

Del joined People’s Place in 1990 as a Program Direc-tor. Today, Del is front and center as the Executive Director,one of only 4 in the last 40 years — quite an accomplish-ment. He has watched People’s Place grow to more than175 in staff, and he leads People’s Place with a gentle hand,much like he treats the people who seek help. All of hisemployees say the same thing about him — “He’s a niceguy and great to work for.”

This year People’s Place will be celebrating 40 years ofservice to the community. Del maintains that he wants toimplement the vision of the board of directors, including afew who have been involved since the beginning. Thinkingabout how People’s Place will commemorate this mile-stone, Del envisions activities that will bring more awareness to People’sPlace. These days though, he says he wants Milford residents and the sur-rounding communities to know that great work is being done by his staff,and he wants the people who need help to know that he will do whateverhe can to help them. Please join Del in spreading the word about themany services Delawareans can access at People’s Place.

People’s Place Receives Federal Grant In October, People’s Place was awarded a $250,000 Transitional Hous-

ing Assistance Program Grant by the U. S. Department of Justice throughits Office on Violence Against Women. The Transitional Housing AssistanceProgram Grant for Victims of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Stalk-ing, or Sexual Assault focuses on a holistic, victim-centered approach toprovide transitional housing services that move individuals into perma-nent housing.

The grant will provide financial assistance to survivors of domestic vio-lence over a three-year period to pay for certain moving expenses (rentand utilities) from shelter to permanent housing in the community. Cur-rently, People’s Place operates three domestic violence shelters (Englishand non-English speaking) in Kent and Sussex Counties.

People’s Place Chosen asTelevision Media Partner

People’s Place is proud to announce that it was recently chosen as oneof WMDT’s 2012 media partners. Each year, WMDT 47 NEWS joins forceswith two organizations as media partners. The more than $100,000 of in-kind promotional funding will help People’s Place further its outreach tothe community.

Please browse our website to view the PSA’s generously produced byWMDT 47 Creative Services. Our website is www.peoplesplace2.com.

FEELINGS

When I look at the rain, it re-minds me of my tears,

Of my pain and my heartachethat has followed me for years,

Of the sadness and tragedy thathas followed me every day.

I can pull down the blinds, butthat won’t make it go away.

Amber, Age 15Homeless

Whatcoat Shelter

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SUCCESS STORY — “ROSE” “Rose,” an elderly woman, lived alone on a limited fixed

income. Her daughter called us for emergency assistancebecause Rose was unable to pay her utility bills. Herdaughter, who provided financial support in the past, hadrecently been laid off and could no longer help Rose.Rose was a proud woman and was hesitant to ask for help.Her daughter explained that she finally relented becauseshe was without water for quite some time. When Rosecalled us crying, she said, “Thank you, thank you, I can fi-nally take a hot bath, and now I know a place where I canget help.”

SUCCESS STORY — “LINDA ANN” “Linda Ann” came to us while still involved in a 6-year

abusive relationship. Linda Ann had three young daughters,no job, no car, and no family nearby. Several times a week,her boyfriend would get angry and lock her out of theapartment, forcing her and the kids to sleep in his car or onthe street. Last winter, while sleeping in the car in freezingtemperatures, Linda Ann had had enough. She contactedus, gained shelter, and enrolled in our case managementprogram. Contrary to what her boyfriend told her, shequickly found employment and was able to secure an af-fordable apartment for her family, leaving him behind. LastMay, Linda Ann received her B.A. degree from WilmingtonUniversity.

CONFLICT RESOLUTION DAY RECOGNITION Kent County Levy Court presents a tribute to Debbie

Zistl, Program Director for the Center for Community Jus-tice at People’s Place, recognizing October 20th as NationalConflict Resolution Day. The Center forCommunity Justice is in partnership withthe state of Delaware to provide a commu-nity-based approach to resolving interper-sonal conflicts, minor criminal offenses andminor civil lawsuits. The program is avail-able to the general public and provides aplace and an opportunity for communitymembers to resolve conflict before, or in-stead of, going to court. From left are Com-missioner Allan Angel, Commissioner GlenHowell, Ms. Zistl, Commissioner George“Jody” Sweeny” Commissioner BrooksBanta, Commissioner Eric Buckson, andCommissioner Brad Eaby.

WOMEN

Sometimes you smile to halt the tears,But within every droplet sheds one morefear.Sometimes love takes you down shortpaths that lead into dead end roads.

But girls we stay

We stay because we’ve seen it all before.For the kids sake we can take one more.We stay because our eyes can’t see no way out.

One day we realize we deserve much more.

Getting sick of being tired you show him the door.

Enough is enough, no more falling to the floor.

So girls we leave.

We leave because we get strong.We leave because it’s been too much

for too long.We leave because we know this can’t

be love.

And we survive.And we grow.And we learn,And we become WOMEN

By Chastity Morales

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12th ANNUALCHORAL BREAKFAST

Fun was had by all at the 12th AnnualChoral Breakfast, which was held on Saturday,

December 3rd, at the Milford Senior Center. TheChoral Breakfast kicked off People’s Day, which fea-

tured local businesses in downtown Milford. The 2012Choral Breakfast raised approximately $9,000 for People’sPlace and was sponsored by more than 30 local organiza-

tions. Santa and Mrs. Claus and Patunia the Clownprovided fun and entertainment for the kids, and the

Milford High School Chorus performed during theevent. Local vendors were also there with many

items for sale to the public. For a list ofsponsors, please visit our website:

www.peoplesplace2.com


2nd ANNUAL AGENCY CONFERENCE The 2nd Annual People’s Place Agency Conference was held on Monday, October 10th, at

the Milford Senior Center. The all-day conference provides a forum for staff to collaboratearound a specific issue and also valuable information and materials from which staff cangather more insight andknowledge. Last year’sfocus was on Adoles-cence. The speakersincluded Dr. Judith W.Hermann and Dr. JimWalsh with an inspira-tional message by theReverend John G.Moore, Sr.

A special thank youto the Agency Confer-ence Committee for allof their work in organiz-ing this day!

(Above, left to right)Debi ZistlChristina Jones-BeyBev LawsonTina CamperCarrie ApterNakia EdwardsLinda Carey-AshfordMarcey RezacRosemary MartinezBlanche Creech, Committee Chair

The ReverendJohn Moorewas a guestspeaker at the SecondAnnual Agency Conference

On January 25, 2012,the Delaware by theSea Womenade ladies(Bethany Beach) cele-brated their one yearanniversary of donatingto the SAFE andAbriendo Puertasprograms that helpwomen survivors ofdomestic violence andtheir children.

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People’s Place ReceivesMid-Del Foundation Grant

On November 17, 2011, at the Harrington Casino,representatives from 22 Delaware organizations wereawarded financial grants by the Mid-Del Charitable Foun-dation. The Foundation, developed to consolidate thecharitable undertakings of Delaware State Fair, Inc. andHarrington Raceway, Inc., supports Delaware-based organ-izations and charitable, educational, and scientific endeav-ors which address a wide range of issues, including: healthand human services, the arts, agriculture, education, andthe environment. Funds will be used to support the Veter-ans Outreach Program which helps Delaware veteransaccess state and federal benefits.

Dover Verizon Wireless EventAids People’s Place

Joe Martin, Retail Sales Manager at Verizon Wireles,presents a $2,500 check to Blanche Creech of People’sPlace. The money was given as a donation through VerizonWireless’ HopeLine® community event. The donation,which was increased during the event to $5,000, will helpsupport the domestic violence programs, including shel-ter, advocacy and counseling services for domestic vio-lence survivors and their children. The event was held atVerizon Wireless on Saturday, October 8th, in Dover.

I GOT FLOWERS TODAY

I got flowers today.

It wasn’t my birthday or any other special day.

We had our first argument last nightAnd he said a lot of cruel things that

really hurt me.I know he is sorry and didn’t mean

the things he said,Because he sent me flowers today.


It wasn’t our anniversary or any other special day.

Last night, he threw me into a wall and started to choke me.

It seemed like a nightmare.I couldn’t believe it was real.I woke up this morning sore and

bruised all over.I know he must be sorry.Because he sent me flowers today.


And it wasn’t Mother’s Day or any other special day.

Last night, he beat me up again.And it was much worse than all

the other times.If I leave him, what will I do?How will I take care of my kids?What about money?I’m afraid of him and scared to leave.I know he must be sorry.Because he sent me flowers today.

Today was a very special day.It was the day of my funeral.Last night, he finally killed me.He beat me to death.If only I had gathered enough courage

and strength to leave him.I would not have gotten flowers today.

By Paulette Kelly


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UPCOMING EVENTSPeople’s Promise of Hope Gala:

An Evening of Music and LaughterSaturday, September 22, 2012, Sheraton Dover Hotel

Race to be SAFE 5K Run/WalkSaturday, October 6, 2012

Killens Pond State Park • Felton, Delaware

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HOW YOU CAN HELPGive a gift today and help us provide the ongoing

support needed to help people find their path to growthand independence.

There are many ways to support People's Place,including:� Donating goods� Writing a check� Charging your gift to your credit card� Making a gift in the form of securities, personal

property, real estate, or matching a gift

There are almost as many ways to make a planned giftas there are needs to be met. Explore the list on our web-site to discover new ways to make a gift that take into con-sideration your personal circumstances and the needs ofyour loved ones. For more information about how you canleave a legacy of helping others, please call Claudia PeñaPorretti, J.D., CFRE at (302) 422-8033, ext. 198 or [email protected].

PEOPLE’S PLACE, INC.PROGRAMS & SERVICES

Abriendo Puertas (Opening Doors)

Center for Community Justice

Counseling Centers

Family Visitation Centers

Group Home for Girls

Independent Living

Residential Alternativeto Detention (RAD)

S.A.F.E

Turning Point

Veterans Outreach Program

Whatcoat Social Services

WISH LISTWe receive generous clothing

donations throughout the year.Therefore, we request that beforea clothing drive is organized,please contact our office. If youwish to make a Wish List dona-tion, please mail or drop off theitems between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30p.m., Monday through Friday, at:

People’s PlaceAdministrative Offices1129 Airport RoadMilford, DE 19963(302) 422-8033

Items needed: radios, potsand pans, alarm clocks, kitchentowels, durable flashlights, ham-pers/clothes baskets, smallkitchen appliances, dishes, flat-ware, glasses, kitchen utensils,linens, and pillows.

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Van Warrington, PresidentRobert Sutcliffe, Vice-President

Zulma Arroyo-Loomis,Secretary

Jonathan Lokken, TreasurerAnn Burton

Burton DukesSheila Halfpenny

Judith (Judi) HaughtonHarvey MarvelPeter Oldziey

Rosanne (Rocki) OuttenMary PowellDrew Walls

Jonathan (Jack) Willis, III

A Message from Our Executive Director Welcome to the inaugural issue of our newsletter, The People’s

Voice. You have received this newsletter because you have touched usin some way and have been a valuable asset to our 40-year history –as an employee, supporter, donor, volunteer, and/or friend. We hopeyou share our joy in marking the 40th year of service to Delawareans!We are very thankful to have accomplished this milestone, and we aregrateful for your ongoing support. We could not do the importantwork we do without your help.

Every day at People’s Place we welcome the challenge to recog-nize the needs in our communities and use our knowledge and inge-nuity to provide the services that most appropriately match thoseneeds. Times have changed over the past 40 years, but our experi-ence has shown us that the need for mental health and social serviceprograms in Delaware remains constant. Today, the need for emer-gency shelters, transitional housing, youth services, and advocacy fora variety of people is greater than ever.

As we planned our newsletter, we pondered how to effectivelyconvey the impact of our services in a few pages of print. One pointwas continually raised; we want to give our clients and residents theopportunity to share their experiences – in their own words, their ownvoice. Those are the stories you will find interwoven in The People’sVoice.

I am proud and honored to be a part of People’s Place because ofthe people we serve and the great work of our Board of Directors andstaff. And I am always amazed at the generosity of Delawareans. Ihope you enjoy this first issue of The People’s Voice, and thank youfor your support.

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