The Middletown/Monroe chapter of MOM Club International held a “Necessities Drive” to benefit the Dove House, a protective shelter for victims of domestic violence in Butler County. The “Necessities Drive” was held at the Monroe Kroger on Saturday, April 14. Items collected by the MOMS Club included new and used clothing, household items, cleaning supplies, toiletries, paper goods, food, and monetary donations. Kroger Stores also donated a $25 gift certificate to the Dove House. “Despite the weather, the community response was fantastic. People were very generous and supportive. Thanks to everyone who donated for making this drive so successful,” stated Julie Howell, Middletown/Monroe MOMS Club President.
All items collected will be taken to the YWCA of Hamilton, Ohio. The Dove House Shelter is one of many programs and services available to Butler County residents and is operated by the YWCA. Dove House services include the protective shelter, child and court advocacy, and support and educational groups. The Dove House is also completely confidential. If you know of someone in need of their services, the Dove House maintains a crisis hotline (1-800-618-6523).
MOMS (Moms Offering Moms Support) Club is an international support group for at-home mothers. MOMS Club offers a variety of activities such as kids’ day out, moms’ night out, monthly meetings, playgroups, and park days. The Middletown/Monroe MOMS Club chapter holds its monthly business meetings on the first Thursday of the month at 10 a.m., at the Monroe Lending Library. Our next meeting will be Thursday, May 3. Mothers and children are welcome to attend. For more information, contact Darlene McKnight at 267-0284 or midd_monroemoms@yahoo.com .
Article written by Julie Howell