Hopeful Horizons Opens a Satellite Office in Bluffton

Today, Hopeful Horizons opened a satellite office in Bluffton to serve victims of child abuse, domestic violence and sexual assault. The Wexford Plantation Charitable Foundation awarded Hopeful Horizons a grant in order to open this office to reach more victims and assist on their path to healing.

“We are grateful for the support of the Wexford Charitable Foundation and community leaders,” said Shauw Chin Caps, CEO of Hopeful Horizons. “As we work to increase awareness and assist survivors, our satellite office in Bluffton will help us continue to reach more people and provide comprehensive services to victims of abuse.”

“At Hopeful Horizons, our mission is to protect, treat + prevent,” said Kristin Dubrowski, COO of Hopeful Horizons. “The opening of our Bluffton office equips us with additional resources to assist victims of abuse and work with the community to end abuse and change lives.”

“The Wexford Charitable Foundation's goal is to invest in the wellbeing of the members of our community. We are pleased to support the establishment of Hopeful Horizons' Bluffton office,” said Wexford Charitable Foundation Chairman, Jim Hicks. “This is an example of high-impact philanthropy. Hopeful Horizons provides proven solutions to the problems of child abuse, domestic violence and sexual assault. The impact of our investment will be repaid many times over - in lives meaningfully improved. Together, we are working to significantly reduce abuse and change lives.”

“I am thrilled that Hopeful Horizons will have a physical presence in Bluffton to serve our citizens and our neighboring communities,” said Bluffton Mayor Lisa Sulka. “It is critical that victims of child abuse, domestic violence and sexual assault know they aren't alone. Hopeful Horizons offers free, confidential, comprehensive services under one roof. Their presence will be a great addition to the Bluffton community.”

“I have long been passionate about protecting children and couldn't be happier to see Hopeful Horizons expanding their services in our community. Abuse can cause lasting trauma, but that doesn't have to be the end of the story,” said Hilton Head Island Councilman David Ames. “Providing a welcoming place for victims to tell their story and support on their healing journey is key to helping abuse survivors rebuild their lives. Hopeful Horizons' work breaks the cycle of violence.”

Hopeful Horizons is a Children’s Advocacy, Domestic Violence and Rape Crisis Center.