All posts tagged: Victim Services

Donna R. Gore, LadyJustice,Shattered Lives,ImaginePublicity

Shattered Lives:Anna Doroghazi of CT Sexual Assault Crisis Services and Lavinia Masters of S.A.V.E. Ministry

SHATTERED LIVES with Donna R. Gore, “LadyJustice” Examining the effects of those who have survived violent crime and how it has impacted their lives. Real people, real tragedy, real help. Saturdays at 5pm ET Listen LIVE: CLICK HERE Guests: Anna Doroghazi,Director of Public Policy and Communication CONNSACS and Lavinia Masters, Founder of S.A.V.E. Ministry Anna Doroghazi, CONNSACS Connecticut Sexual Assault Crisis Services, Inc. (CONNSACS) is a statewide coalition of individual sexual assault crisis programs. CONNSACS works to end sexual violence through victim assistance, community education, and public policy advocacy. CONNSACS’ mission is to end sexual violence and ensure high quality, comprehensive, and culturally competent sexual assault victim services. The SAFE Program provides care in a way that benefits both sexual assault victims and participating hospitals. Typically, victims wait in emergency departments for several hours before a physician or nurse becomes available to set aside several hours to provide care for the patient and complete the evidence collection process. In many cases, healthcare providers are not very familiar with the process which may lengthen the time that the victim remains in the emergency …

Shattered Lives: How Families of the Missing are Affected and How They Give Back

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SHATTERED LIVES with Donna R. Gore, “LadyJustice” Examining the effects of those who have survived violent crime and how it has impacted their lives. Real people, real tragedy, real help. Saturdays at 5pm ET Listen LIVE: CLICK HERE Shattered Lives welcomes missing persons advocates Maureen Reinjtes and Founder of Finders Hope, Christy Davis In the blink of an eye a family’s dynamic can change drastically when a loved one goes missing. Despite the circumstances, they are instantly thrust into a chaos they usually are not equipped to handle. Where to turn for information and instruction is crucial, just as it seems that time is running off the clock to find their loved one. What better place to get assistance than from those who have already been there, done that, or are continuing in their search for their loved one. Maureen Reinjtes’ husband, Jon, was missing for four years when he suddenly reappeared. Maureen is an activist for families of the missing through her association with NamUs, as Administrator for Peace4 the Missing, and several organizations in which she participates. Christy Davis …

Crime Wire Investigates! Hope for the Holidays

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You can hear Crime Wire Investigates beginning at 9 p.m. Eastern. Also, please visit our Crime Wire Website. Together we can make a difference. LISTEN LIVE: http://blogtalkradio.com/crimewire Putting aside the tragedies and crimes in the headlines, the Crime Wire Team takes a look at HOPE. Where does hope spring from in light of the never ending negativity that seems to surround our world? Where do we find hope and how can we get it? The guests will share their experiences of finding hope while facing adversity, as well as where everyone can tap into it’s source! Donna R. Gore, M.A. What can you learn about overcoming the status of crime victim? Donna Gore learned the lessons starting in 1981 when her father was murdered. After waiting 6 long years for justice, the journey she was on turned into a passion for helping others in similar situations. Donna was able to transform a negative situation into a positive approach to life through gathering with other victims and aiding them through their own traumas. Donna Gore, affectionately known as “LadyJustice,” is …

The Roth Show Welcomes “LadyJustice” Victims Advocate,Donna Gore

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The Roth Show Wednesday, August 17, 7-8pm ET Listen LIVE: http://therothshow.com Join Dr. Laurie Roth and Susan Murphy Milano for the regular Wednesday crime segment. Each week the “Annie Oakley of the Airwaves” and the “Jane Wayne of Justice” join their voices together to make some noise about unsolved crimes, missing persons or update previous cases. Never boring, always a surprise or two, and hitting the air with passion for justice and making things right! Featured Special Guest: Donna R. Gore, “LadyJustice” How to describe “Lady Justice?” A survivor who has faced unasked for circumstances all of her life, Donna Gore could be a bitter, resentful person, but that’s exactly the opposite of who she is today. Born with disabilities requiring over 55 surgeries, losing her beloved father to a senseless murder, and discovering her true orientation as a gay woman in her mid thirties at a time when it wasn’t popular, have all been hurdles Donna Gore has faced and overcome. An expert on taking the negatives life threw her way and developing positive approaches has served …

Donna Gore’s Motivation for Crime Victim Services

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When bad things happen to good people, we wonder, “how do they carry on?” One way many crime victims and survivors “survive” is by helping others. There are many support groups, gatherings and conferences all around the country where those “in the club” can meet others within their comfort zone to talk, listen, and lend support to those who share a common thread in their lives. Donna R. Gore, affectionately known as “Lady Justice,” is one such person. Donna is well known for her research skills, empathy towards victims, and willingness to reach deeper to assist victims on the very level at which they need it. This year the theme for National Crime Victim’s Rights Week is “Reshaping the Future, Honoring the Past,” and Donna Gore’s experience as written below shows how she has been doing just that all along! At this writing, Donna is currently seeking a position that would allow her to use her talents and experiences to continue to make a difference in the lives and laws which affect victims …