DEFYING THE ODDS

	When I first came to On The Rise I was fleeing from a domestic violence relationship. I was emotionally and mentally drained and very isolated. Today, I am no longer a defeated woman. I know now that I have choices and that I can have victory over the challenges we all have in life.
	-- A Woman at On The Rise

• 291 women found safety, practical necessities and a supportive community within a dignified home open six days/week including most holidays.

• An average of 98 women used the Safe Haven each month, approximately 28-45 women each day.

• 187 women (64%) continued their work with us from the previous year and 104 women (36%) came for their first time in 2007.

• 159 women worked intensely with staff to address one or more specific challenges that they were unable to resolve prior to the support, accompaniment and advocacy of On The Rise staff.

• A legal clinic engaged 55 women to address legal questions and advice. In several cases, the legal clinic led to cases being brought forward with pro-bono legal representation for the individual provided by our partners.

• A weekly health clinic provided by Nurse Practitioner Christine Johnsen, served 62 women. She also offered a flu shot clinic and TB clinic in the Safe Haven.

• 80 women participated in the weekly creative and well-being activities of the Wellness Program

• 44 women moved into housing of their own.

A complete 2007 Annual Report is available on request by calling (617) 497-7968 or emailing info@ontherise.org .