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Thriving After Trauma: What Wellness Really ...

This National Wellness Month, we’re exploring how healing goes far beyond self-care, it’s about reclaiming safety, identity, and hope. Learn how survivors at REST are finding strength after trauma and why wellness is a justice issue we all have a role in. Read the full blog to learn more.

Thriving After Trauma: What Wellness Really Means for Survivors
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Invisible Scars: Mental Health Realities for ...

Sex‑trafficking survivors face staggering mental‑health challenges—PTSD in one‑third, depression in more than 70 %, and suicide‑attempt rates higher than combat veterans. REST’s trauma‑informed therapies, mind‑body interventions, and peer‑support programs helped clients log 257 healing milestones last year alone. Discover how evidence‑based care turns trauma into hope—and how you can give, share, advocate, or volunteer to make freedom truly healing.

Invisible Scars: Mental Health Realities for Sex‑Trafficking Survivors
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Volunteers Make Waves: Amy Chapman’s Nine-Year ...

Meet Amy Chapman—REST volunteer for 9+ years whose every season of life has been shaped by purpose, creativity, and grace. From art nights to prayer walks, clothing drives to soul-care, Amy’s ripple effect is undeniable. Read how Amy’s journey continues to inspire freedom and hope.

Volunteers Make Waves: Amy Chapman’s Nine-Year Journey of Purpose and Grace
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Volunteers Make Waves: Rebecca Friesen Ifland ...

Meet Rebecca Friesen Ifland—whose quiet consistency and heart for community are changing lives at REST, one meal and one moment at a time. From delivering dinners to sparking job opportunities, her story is a reminder that small acts can ripple into lasting change. Read how Rebecca is making waves.

Volunteers Make Waves: Rebecca Friesen Ifland on Building Bridges and Bringing Nourishment
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Volunteers Make Waves: Kim Berry's Story of ...

Meet Kim Berry—a nurse, advocate, and volunteer who’s turning compassion into action at REST. From holding hands in hospital rooms to walking alongside survivors at medical appointments, Kim's story is deeply moving and beautifully human. Her one word to describe volunteering? Gratifying. Read how Kim is making waves—and why she says volunteering gives back more than it takes.

Volunteers Make Waves: Kim Berry's Story of Healing, Hope, and Hands-On Care
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Join the Movement and Be the Reason Someone Breaks Free

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Join the Movement and Be the Reason Someone Breaks Free

This GivingTuesday (December 3), turn generosity into freedom, safety, and hope for survivors of sex trafficking. REST provides critical services like emergency shelter, counseling, and housing assistance, giving survivors the courage and resources to reclaim their lives. Your support—through a donation, sharing our mission, or volunteering—can make a life-changing impact. Together, let’s build a future where every survivor feels supported, valued, and free. Learn more about how you can help this GivingTuesday.

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Queen’s Path: Cultivating Purpose from Pain

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Queen’s Path: Cultivating Purpose from Pain

From childhood trauma to years of exploitation, Queen’s life has been marked by unthinkable challenges. Yet, through sheer resilience and the right support, she found the courage to begin rebuilding her life in ways she never thought possible. Discover Queen’s inspiring journey—one of survival, strength, and a relentless pursuit of hope.

Understanding the Link Between Domestic Violence and Sex Trafficking

Understanding the Link Between Domestic Violence and Sex Trafficking

This Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we’re shedding light on the link between domestic violence and sex trafficking. Both involve manipulation, isolation, and control, leaving survivors vulnerable. At REST, we offer support through our crisis hotline, emergency shelter, and other services. Learn how you can recognize the signs, take action, and support survivors.

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Welcoming Elizabeth Hodges as REST’s New CEO: A New Chapter of Hope and Leadership

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Welcoming Elizabeth Hodges as REST’s New CEO: A New Chapter of Hope and Leadership

We are excited to announce Elizabeth Hodges as REST's new CEO. With over 20 years of nonprofit leadership experience, Elizabeth is deeply committed to our mission of supporting survivors of sex trafficking. Her extensive background in strengthening communities facing social and economic barriers, along with her passion for empowering vulnerable populations, makes her the ideal leader for REST. Join us in welcoming Elizabeth as she leads us into this next chapter of growth and impact!

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Experience A Night of REST: A Transformative Evening for Change

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Experience A Night of REST: A Transformative Evening for Change

Guess what?! A Night of REST is just one month away on Thursday, October 17th! This year’s theme is “Cultivating Courage & Strength,” reflecting the incredible resilience of survivors and our shared commitment to walking alongside them on their healing journeys toward independence. Don't miss out on this inspiring evening—dinner, storytelling, and community, all in support of a powerful cause. Seats are going fast, so secure your tickets before they're sold out. Purchase your ticket today!

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