October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time dedicated to spreading awareness that we have the power to end the cycle of domestic violence in our communities. Domestic violence is defined as a pattern of behaviors used by one partner to maintain power and control over another partner in a relationship. The warning signs…

It almost feels like yesterday that the kids were getting out of school and summer was starting. Now, school is back in session, the temperature is dropping, and the leaves are beginning to change color once again. With time flying as it does, we should all take advantage of the crisp weather and unique opportunities…

It’s about time for kids to start school, which means it’s back-to-school shopping season. This can be an anxiety-inducing time for parents with having to navigate the crowds and trying to keep a balanced budget. Skip the anxiety and shop smart with these 5 helpful tips. Make a list and check it twice You can…

  In the state of New York, there are 91,897 people who are homeless on a given night, representing 16.65% of the population. Most often, homeless individuals are preoccupied with where they’re going to sleep at night and whether they’ll eat at all than what kind of food they’re eating. Because of this, many people…

Last time you applied for a job, you most likely did so online. You’ve probably searched the internet for food near you or watched a video from YouTube explaining how to fix a bike tire or tie a tie. Apartment listings and bus schedules, essential to getting around, are found online. Even applications for Supplemental…

The United States is one of the richest countries in the world, yet on average 1 in 8 Americans will go to bed hungry tonight. In the state of New York, 1 in 6 children are affected by hunger. Food insecurity is the inconsistent access to nutritious food for a healthy life. Although poverty and…

The affordable housing crisis, a combination of rising rents and unsustainable housing costs is wreaking havoc on families across America. In New York, the cost of housing is continuously increasing, forcing many residents into homelessness. With affordable housing becoming increasingly scarce, the homeless population in Western New York is growing rapidly. The homelessness statistics in…