May Newsletter
Finding Peace
A Path To Stability and Safety
*Maya reached out to Crossroads after speaking with a counselor who recognized signs of abuse. With her children by her side, she entered the shelter, uncertain but ready to start over. At Crossroads, she connected with a trauma therapist and began attending weekly support groups. She also took financial literacy classes, where she learned how to manage a budget and rebuild her credit. After months of hard work, Maya was accepted into a local affordable housing program and moved into a small, safe home near her children’s school. She also began a part-time job at a local nonprofit, where she found purpose in helping others.
One quiet evening, sitting on her porch watching her kids play, Maya felt a sense of calm she hadn’t known in years. Crossroads had given her the tools, but it was her strength that carried her forward—toward stability, safety, and a future she could finally call her own.
*Name changed for confidentiality
Teen Room Renovations Finished!
A Space for Teens in Shelter
Amidst the exciting happenings here at Crossroads, we knocked down a wall between two offices to create a larger dedicated space for teens at shelter—a place just for them. Now that construction is complete and the paint dries, we’re filled with excitement as we plan what this space will become. From cozy seating to creative activities, we’re shaping a welcoming environment. Because of a generous donation through the NoCo Foundation, we are able to update the furniture and supplies in the room. In order to stretch the funding as far as possible, we are accepting donations to help us fill the room! We are currently looking for a small couch, bean bag chairs, a TV, gaming consoles (PS5, Switch), games for those consoles, and cool lighting for teens (i.e. lava lamps, projector lights, etc.). Please reach out to Alicia at anottrott@crshs.org to see how you can support teens!
Program Spotlight: DVHRT
Domestic Violence High Risk Team
This team focuses on identifying and intervening in high-risk intimate partner violence cases in Larimer County to reduce harm to victims and increase offender accountability. Research from the Geiger Institute shows that certain cases have a heightened risk of serious bodily injury or death. To address these concerns, this team meets bi-weekly to review these cases and ensure they receive the necessary ongoing support. Crossroads staff on the Domestic Violence High Risk Team work diligently to ensure victims are contacted and provided with the option to access essential support services.
Crime Victims’ Rights Week
Nominations Open!
If you know someone spectacular who works in Victims’ Services, nominate them to receive the Outstanding Victim Service Professional Award! Crime Victims’ Rights Week is coming up April 6th – 12th. Recognize their hard work and dedication, follow the link below to go to the nomination form.
Resource of the Month: Grounding Techniques
Your Free Worksheet Below!
We understand that there’s a lot of uncertainty in life at times, and it’s normal to feel overwhelmed. To help you stay grounded when things feel stressful, we have a simple grounding exercise worksheet. It’s a small but powerful tool to help you reconnect with the present and find a sense of calm.
