Stay Informed
Creating a community free of domestic violence requires continual information sharing and dialogue. Stay connected with us through the information resources on this page and – please – share what you learn.
A Guide to MMC Holiday Giving
Did you know that during the holiday season Marjaree Mason Center will support over 400 families?
What is Financial Abuse?
Financial abuse is a form of domestic violence that is rarely discussed, yet is commonly present in abusive relationships. Financial abuse occurs when an abuser makes the victim become financially dependent on them. Financial abuse is a form of abuse because the abuser is using a form of power and control over their victim. This form of abuse creates barriers for victims and makes it difficult for them to leave an abusive relationship.
Local Businesses Encourage Employees to Give to MMC
Marjaree Mason Center was invited to take part in Kaiser Permanente’s Annual Community Giving Campaign on November 1st. Each year Kaiser Permanente (KP Fresno) hosts this event to encourage their physicians and employees to make an impact on their local community by donating to their preferred non-profit. Recently, Aetna and PG&E also held similar events to educate their employees about non-profits they can support and MMC was honored to attend both events.
Common Domestic Violence Myths Debunked
There are many myths surrounding domestic violence. Some think that abuse only happens in certain types of households, others believe it's easy to escape and it's the woman's fault. These are usually due to a result of lack of knowledge and/or understanding about domestic violence. We firmly believe that the key to preventing future abuse is through education and advocacy, that's why we are sharing these common myths today and we encourage you to share this knowledge with others.