Springboard: Sparking Real Conversations

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Welcome to Wellspring’s Springboard: Sparking Real Conversations, where you learn answers to the questions you didn’t know you had about relationships or the things you may have wondered about but were too afraid to ask. We take a dive deep into uncharted waters, provide insight, and promote defining your own relationship while you get to participate in the capacity you choose. Whether that‘s just listening, taking notes, or contemplating a change in your life; we‘re here to offer a safe space to explore murky topics and jump into the conversations we all sometimes avoid so we can grow together to make change.

  1. 05/20/2025

    5 Ways That Technology is Used by Abusers

    Technology is a part of our every day lives. From phones, to smart homes, ring doorbells, and self driving vehicles. What if technology was being used to monitor you without your consent? What can you do when an abuser wants to use technology against you?    24/7 Hotline: 518-584-8188 Office: 518-583-0280 info@wellspringcares.org wellspringcares.org 2816 US-9 Malta, NY 12020 Wellspring's mission is ending relationship and sexual abuse in our community. Serving Saratoga County & Washington County NY, we support survivors by providing emergency resources, a 24/7 hotline, counseling and accompaniment, housing assistance, case management, and much more. Our services are FREE, non-judgmental, and confidential. To help spread awareness and promote social change, we also have our trained advocates work directly with the community through educational and professional prevention programs.

    9 min

  2. 01/08/2025

    6 Ways You Can Help Prevent Domestic Violence

    We are often asked "How can I help?" Here are 6 things you can start doing right away to become a powerful force in preventing domestic violence in your local community! 24/7 Hotline: 518-584-8188 Office: 518-583-0280 info@wellspringcares.org wellspringcares.org 2816 US-9 Malta, NY 12020 Wellspring's mission is ending relationship and sexual abuse in our community. Serving Saratoga County & Washington County NY, we support survivors by providing emergency resources, a 24/7 hotline, counseling and accompaniment, housing assistance, case management, and much more. Our services are FREE, non-judgmental, and confidential. To help spread awareness and promote social change, we also have our trained advocates work directly with the community through educational and professional prevention programs.

    7 min

  3. 01/07/2025

    Relationships & Back to School

    Did you know "The Red Zone" is the time of year (taking place from the beginning of the fall semester to the beginning of Thanksgiving Break) when the majority of college campus sexual assaults happen? Back to School season can involve so many new experiences for young adults and children. How can we keep the lines of communication open? Prepare for these challenges? Or be aware of the resources available? Wellspring's CEO Maggie Fronk and Advocate Kathy Donnellan join us in discussing these topics! 24/7 Hotline: 518-584-8188 Office: 518-583-0280 info@wellspringcares.org wellspringcares.org 2816 US-9 Malta, NY 12020 Wellspring's mission is ending relationship and sexual abuse in our community. We believe everyone deserves to feel safe. Wellspring supports survivors of relationship & sexual abuse while working to spread awareness and promote change in our local community. We service all of Saratoga County, NY for domestic violence & sexual assault, and Washington County, NY for sexual assault. Our services are free and confidential for everyone.

    20 min

  4. 08/12/2024

    Head Injuries & Domestic Violence - What Everyone Should Know

    We talk a lot about head injuries (concussions, TBIs, CTEs, etc.) in football, but have you ever thought about how the same thing impacts survivors of domestic violence? And it's not only a bump to the head that can cause an injury. Here's what you should know from Wellspring's CEO Maggie Fronk, and Advocate and Director Christie Keegan. Trigger Warning: topics of domestic violence. 24/7 Hotline: 518-584-8188 Office: 518-583-0280 info@wellspringcares.org wellspringcares.org 2816 US-9 Malta, NY 12020 Wellspring's mission is ending relationship and sexual abuse in our community. Serving Saratoga County, NY, we support survivors by providing emergency resources, a 24/7 hotline, counseling and accompaniment, housing assistance, case management, and much more. Our services are FREE, non-judgmental, and confidential. To help spread awareness and promote social change, we also have our trained advocates work directly with the community through educational and professional prevention programs.

    19 min

  5. 05/08/2024

    Conversations with the Saratoga Springs Police Department - Navigating Domestic Violence

    Lieutenant Angela McGovern of Saratoga Springs Police Department in New York joins us to discuss responding to domestic calls, new technology to safely request assistance, starting difficult conversations with loved ones, and more. Wellspring's partnership with the SSPD is evolving to include more ways to support survivors and spread education. Video version available here: YouTube Podcast -- 24/7 Hotline: 518-584-8188 Office: 518-583-0280 info@wellspringcares.org wellspringcares.org 2816 US-9 Malta, NY 12020 -- Wellspring's mission is ending relationship and s*xual ab*se in our community. Serving Saratoga County, NY, we support survivors by providing emergency resources, a 24/7 hotline, counseling and accompaniment, housing assistance, case management, and much more. Our services are FREE, non-judgmental, and confidential. To help spread awareness and promote social change, we also have our trained advocates work directly with the community through educational and professional prevention programs.

    39 min

  6. 05/30/2023

    A Local Abuse Survivor’s Story - It’s Not What You Expect

    Lindsey Connors is a well-known, strong, independent community leader. In this episode, Lindsey tells her own very personal story about her experience as a Wellspring client and abuse survivor. Lindsey shares her story to help others understand how an abusive relationship starts, what it looks like, and what life is like after leaving. Her story proves that abuse can happen to anyone.

    29 min

  7. 03/29/2023

    SHE SAID #MeToo

    Have you heard the big news? We're bringing Megan Twohey, NY Times investigative journalist and co-author of 'She Said' to Skidmore! In this episode we're talking about the stigma surrounding sexual assault, victim blaming and settlements as we prep for the big night with Megan.

    22 min

  8. 02/14/2023

    Let’s Talk About Sex Pt. 2

    We are bringing it back to our first ever episode and talking all things consent. This time around we're going to tell you how you can wade through the discomfort and put these conversations into practice.

    28 min
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Welcome to Wellspring’s Springboard: Sparking Real Conversations, where you learn answers to the questions you didn’t know you had about relationships or the things you may have wondered about but were too afraid to ask. We take a dive deep into uncharted waters, provide insight, and promote defining your own relationship while you get to participate in the capacity you choose. Whether that‘s just listening, taking notes, or contemplating a change in your life; we‘re here to offer a safe space to explore murky topics and jump into the conversations we all sometimes avoid so we can grow together to make change.

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