June is Men’s Health Month and is widely celebrated across the country with screenings, health fairs, and outreach activities. It is important to discuss the effects of domestic violence on men’s health because domestic violence affects individuals regardless of gender. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in four adult men in the United States will be the victim of domestic violence in their lifetime. This equates to nearly three million male domestic violence victims every year, or one man in America abused by an intimate or domestic partner every 37.8 seconds! Research suggests that domestic violence is associated with serious, long-term effects on men’s mental health. Symptoms of depression were nearly three times as common in older men who had experienced abuse than in those who had not experienced abuse, with much more severe depression in the men who had been abused physically.
Myth: Only heterosexual women experience domestic violence.
Truth: Domestic violence affects women and men regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
Are you looking for a way to make a lasting impact? Becoming a volunteer can be a rewarding experience for many people. Volunteers use their experience and talents in a variety of areas at the Marjaree Mason Center. From assisting with administrative and clerical duties, community outreach and education, or direct client services—volunteers play an important role. The Marjaree Mason Center appreciates the commitment our volunteers make to help others and the community at large.
The Marjaree Mason Center volunteer process differs slightly depending on how you would like to contribute your time.
Wells Fargo generously donated $2,500 to Marjaree Mason Center in support of our 120-bed Safe House facility, in Fresno, California. By supporting Marjaree Mason Center, Wells Fargo addresses the need to assist victims of domestic violence, a social problem and national health concern that significantly affects individuals and our community.
According to the Center for Disease Control, every year 1.3 million women are physically abused in the United States. Marjaree Mason Center provides a variety of support services to adults and their children escaping abusive relationships in Fresno County including a 24/7 agency staffed crisis hotline, 24/7 crisis support, emergency safe housing, safety planning, food, clothing, and case management. Annually, Marjaree Mason Center provides safe housing to 1,176 victims. Safe housing is essential in helping victims leave an abusive relationship and move toward a life free of violence.
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