Articles and Information

The Art of Giving

Posted on June 26, 2023

Children’s Home Shelter for Family Safety Ribbon Cutting

Posted on October 17, 2022

What About the Kids? Children and Domestic Violence

Posted on June 28, 2022

In South Dakota, one in three women and one in four men will experience domestic violence in their lifetime.

You Deserve Love

Posted on June 06, 2022

Everyone deserves love, but victims of domestic violence are often taught to believe they do not. Read about Brianna's journey to finding love with the help of Children’s Home Shelter for Family Safety.

The Porch Light

Posted on November 02, 2021

Children’s Home Shelter for Family Safety's broke ground this spring for building a new facility. Learn how we "Rocked the Inn" and other stories in this issue of The Porch Light.

Seven Children in Seven Years

Posted on August 25, 2021

Brave Beginnings Youth Care Providers Gwen Betz tells her story of foster care and adopting seven children with her husband.

Children's Home Society of South Dakota 2020 Annual Report

Posted on May 01, 2021

Better Together is one of three CHS values and the theme of this year's annual report. Read stories about how our six CHS programs provide a continuum of care for the clients we serve.

The Effects of Domestic Violence on Children

Posted on May 18, 2018

In the United States, over 8 million children are exposed to domestic violence each year. Research suggests that the single strongest predictor of whether a child becomes either a perpetrator or victim of domestic violence later in life is whether or not they grow up in a home where domestic violence is present.

How You Can Help: a Guide for Family and Friends

Posted on May 16, 2018

If someone you know may be a victim of domestic violence, there are safe ways that you can help.

Domestic Violence in the Workplace

Posted on May 16, 2018

An employer's first responsibility is to keep the workplace safe for all employees. You can help an employee who may be in a domestic violence situation...