Rainbow House continues to serve our community 24/7. If you are experiencing domestic violence, call our crisis line at (715) 735-6656 or text us at (906) 290-9081.
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June is Pride Month! Did you know that Rainbow House serves all survivors of domestic violence? See our resources page for more information at https://therainbowhouse.us/lgbtq-awareness/
Pride Month By the Numbers
52% – the percentage of LGBTQ people who’ve experienced depression recently.
1 in 8 – the number of LGBTQ people who have experienced unequal treatment from healthcare staff.
46% – the percentage of lesbian, gay, and bisexual people who are open about their sexual orientation with their family.
4.1% – the estimated percentage of women who identify as LGBT.
350,000 – the number of people in the LGBTQ community that are transgender women.
1 in 5 – the number of LGBTQ women living in poverty.
43% – the percentage of LGBTQ employees who haven’t revealed their orientation at work.
50% – the percentage of LGBTQ workers who recently got federal protection from discrimination.
10% – the amount of time LGBT workers spend hiding their identities.
<$12,000 – the annual income earned by 22% of LGBTQ people.
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If you know anyone that had a significant loss of income due to the COVID-19 pandemic and need help with their rent please direct the household to our website to complete the preliminary application. Newcap will review applications and provide assistance to eligible families on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Our Agency Mission Statement
We believe: No one deserves to be abused be it emotionally, physically, financially, or sexually. Our prime service is the safety and empowerment of all victims and their children.
We Will: Provide prevention, education, and information to communities, families, and schools.
