Open Arms
In 1978, a group of concerned citizens and sicial service agency representatives united to form a Domestic Violence Task Force to determine whether or not a need for a domestic violence shelter existed in Hancock County. By surverying a sample of Hancock County residents, it was determined that there was, indeed, a serious need for a domestic violence shelter to serve both women and children. In 1979, the Ohio Domestic Violence Law was passed stating that it was against the law for any family member to abuse another family/household member. Member of the domestic Violence Task Force then formed the Council on Domestic Violence Inc. and through grants, marriage license fees and private contributions, the Domestic Violence Shelter opened its doors to Hancock County in June 1981. As our community and laws regarding domestic violence have changed, so have our programs. In 1983, we added outreach programs, in 1987 a rape crisis program, in 1989 a program for offenders and in 1999 a visitation/enchange program. Open Arms continues to assist men, women and children who are affected by domestic violence.
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Over the past 11 years Charles and Associates have hosted a golf tournment at Red Hawk Run Golf Course. Their proceeds go to Open Arms Domestice Violence and Rape Shelter.One of our club members has been a participant for the last 6 years. Winning 5 out of the last 6 years.Below is a picture of not only a caring loving man but a very good golfer.......Kenny Young