Shelters serving domestic abuse victims in Dallas, Montgomery and elsewhere in the Black Belt were part of a $900,000 grant from the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA).
“The staff members of domestic violence shelter agencies in south Alabama and throughout the state work tirelessly to help victims and their families escape often harmful and hurtful situations,” said Gov. Kay Ivey in an announcement. “I commend these organizations for their dedication and service.”
Selma and Blackbelt Regional Abuse (SABRA) Sanctuary Inc. received $50,000 for shelter, judicial assistance/advocacy, transportation and other services in Dallas, Greene, Marengo, Perry, Sumter and Wilcox counties.
Montgomery Area Family Violence Program (Family Sunshine Center) was granted $167,723 for crisis intervention, shelter and support services for victims of domestic violence, stalking and harassment and teen dating violence in Autauga, Butler, Chilton, Crenshaw, Elmore, Lowndes and Montgomery counties.
“ADECA is pleased to join Gov. Ivey in supporting these agencies for their compassionate and dedicated assistance for victims,” said ADECA Director Kenneth Boswell.
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...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM SUNDAY TO 7 AM
CST MONDAY ALL OF CENTRAL ALABAMA...
* WHAT...Very cold wind chill values, as low as 7 degrees across
northern counties to 15 degrees across southern counties, are
expected.
* WHERE...All of Central Alabama.
* WHEN...From 6 PM Sunday to 7 AM CST Monday.
* IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin
is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of
subfreezing temperatures could cause pipes to burst.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.
Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure
portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills
inside.
If you do not have heat in your home or lack shelter, you can call
211 or visit 211connectsalabama.org for assistance locating
appropriate shelter from the cold.
To prevent freezing and possible bursting of pipes they should be
wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly.
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