PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) – 2024 marks six years of the “Break the Cycle” series at WAVY-TV led by anchor and reporter, Kiahnna Patterson. Every Wednesday this month, Kiahnna joins us on HRS to highlight non-profit organizations and shelters in the region that are helping break the cycle of domestic violence. Olivia Smithberger and Deborah Apperson shared some of the resources they offer at the H.E.R. Shelter. They’re hosting a “Strike Out Domestic Violence” event at Pinboy’s at the Beach in Virginia Beach on Oct. 20 at 1 p.m. You can register and find out more on their resources and how to support them on their website: HERShelter.com.

H.E.R. Shelter
Shelter officer: 757-485-1445
Hotline: 757-485-3384
HERShelter.com