HAYS CALDWELL WOMEN’S CENTER
One in four adult women in the U.S. have been the victim of severe physical violence by an intimate partner in their lifetime, according to data from the National Domestic Violence Hotline. When violence occurs behind closed doors, the Hays Caldwell Women’s Center opens theirs, offering recovery, support and stability for victims of domestic abuse. The HCWC has been empowering survivors of abuse since 1978, serving hundreds of women and children in the Hays and Caldwell counties. Their hard work is being recognized by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas who has awarded HCWC a Blue Impact grant to support Marla’s Place, which is a safe housing program for survivors of violence.
“Throughout our 95 years of serving Texas, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas remains committed to the belief that lasting change is built through collective action and community-driven solutions,” BCBSTX President Jim Springfield said. “We’re honored to support organizations like Hays Caldwell Women’s Center in their focus on affordable, healthy housing for survivors of violence. We know by empowering their expertise and passion to strengthen the San Marcos community’s neighborhoods and built environment, we’re helping inspire healthier futures.”
