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Merryman Giving Society Here at Merryman House, we believe in a world where victims of violence do not remain hidden in the dark. We believe in a world where the needs of these survivors are openly addressed. We believe in a community-based system of...
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Frequently Asked Questions
What Merryman House Wants You To Know
How Can I Volunteer?
Step 1: If you’re interested in volunteering, go to our Get Involved page to learn about our volunteering options. Once the volunteer has an idea of how they would like to help, our Volunteer Coordinator will send them to the Volunteer Form.
Step 2: Complete and pass a background check.
Step 3: Our Volunteer Coordinator will schedule the volunteer an orientation before getting started!
How Can Our Church Get Involved?
Churches can get involved in so many ways. Please visit our Spiritual Enrichment Program page.
Can My Kids Volunteer?
Yes! We do have an age requirement and require that they are supervised. Get in touch for more information!
Are You Hiring?
Merryman House employees are employed through Cornerstone of Hope, Inc. To view current open positions, visit Indeed: https://www.indeedjobs.com/cornerstone-of-hope-inc.
Do You Accept Donations?
We do accept seasonal, as needed donations. Please call our Facilities Coordinator for more information at (270) 816-3862.
What Are Your Most Common, Non-Monetary Donation Needs?
Our most common needs are women’s underwear, socks, jogging pants, T-shirts and sports bras. These are given to survivors when they come into the shelter. Many times they have nothing but the clothes on their back, and we want to offer them clean, comfortable clothing to wear.
Other needs include: Pre-packaged breakfast foods, white twin sheets, towels and washcloths, new pillows and over-the-counter medications.
What Happens When I Get To The MHDCC?
We recognize that coming to the MHDCC for residential or outreach services may be one of the most difficult decisions you make. When you arrive, we are here to assess how to help you best. You will meet with an advocate who will listen to your story and then create an individualized plan to meet your specific needs.
We want to help you find advocacy, empowerment and transformation through compassion, dignity and courage.
Do You Serve Men?
Yes, we serve victims of intimate partner violence without regard to age, race, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, immigration status, language, income, referral source, health, disability or marital status.
What If I Need One Of Your Services But Not All?
We are here to help you meet your goals. You are the expert on you. You will be assigned a case manager who will make sure you’re connected to the right resources for you without ones you don’t need. Recovery is not a one size fits all.
What Type Of Mental Health Services Do You Offer?
MHDCC offers mental health services to adults who are victims of Intimate Partner Violence. The individual does not have to have an assigned advocate to see a therapist. Services include one-on-one therapy with individualized treatment plans, educational groups and workshops. Those interested in seeking mental health services can contact MHDCC by phone and complete a referral form and the individual will be contacted by phone to schedule an intake – other professionals can refer individuals similarly. We are currently unable to offer: services to minors, court-ordered assessments/evaluations, or medication management. We can connect you with other providers if you are in need of services not offered by MHDCC.
How Does The Merryman House Domestic Crisis Center Assist Survivors With Housing Placement and Stability?
The Merryman House begins the process of housing counseling and services with a thorough assessment of the client’s financial situation, review of their housing preferences and evaluation of the barriers that could prevent a client from succeeding in obtaining and keeping housing. After considering these factors, Housing Counselors work with clients to create an Action Plan that includes their housing goal and the steps needed to remove the barriers standing in their way.
How Can The Community Support Survivors In Their Efforts To Achieve Housing Stability?
There are a variety of ways that members of the community can assist us in our goal of ensuring that survivors have safe and sustainable housing.
- Donations of Furniture, Cookware and other Household Items: Most victims exiting our Emergency Shelter do not have standard household items or furnishings such as mattresses, linens and cookware. The Merryman House assists clients with locating these items largely
through other community service agencies or donations. If you or someone you know is interested in donating needed household items for survivors, please contact our Facilities Coordinator for more information at (270) 816-3862. - Landlord Partnerships: Survivors of domestic violence frequently have barriers to obtaining housing that are the direct results of the abuse they experienced such as poor rental history
stemming from noise complaints, damage to the unit, etc. This can cause significant challenges in identifying property owners that will not screen victims out of their rental properties. Landlords interested in working with the Merryman House and survivors of domestic violence should contact the agency for more information. - Financial Assistance: There are many circumstances in which clients need financial assistance in order to obtain or sustain housing that they are unable to receive through community service agencies or certain rental assistance programs. Cash donations dedicated to housing assistance often provide survivors the funds necessary to stabilize their housing.
How Does MHDCC Help Me Rebuild My Life Financially?
We understand that money is the No. 1 reason victims stay in an abusive relationship. We want to empower you to rebuild your life – as well as your credit. Our self-sufficiency programs are designed to help you remove obstacles such as poor credit, transportation, lack of education and more.
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