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Local PA for rehab & counseling.
Wyoming Valley Alcohol & Drug Services, Inc.
437 N. Main St.
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18705
570-820-8888
OUR SERVICES
ASSESSMENT/EVALUATION
OUTPATIENT COUNSELING
OUTPATIENT SERVICES
FAMILY PROGRAM
PREVENTION/EDUCATION
S.O.B.E.R
Lucerne County Domestic Relations
https://www.luzernecounty.org/507/Domestic-Relations
The mission of the Domestic Relations Section is to improve the well-being of children, promote the self-sufficiency of families, and deliver quality child & spousal support services, with recognition that to grow and thrive children require the financial, medical, and emotional support of both parents, regardless of their living situation or relationship.
113 W North Street, Wilkes Barre, PA 18711
Phone: 570-822-0600
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Domestic Violence Service Center in Wilkes Barre, PA
Hotline. 570-823-7312 (24⁄7)
https://www.domesticshelters.org/help/pa/wilkes-barre/18703/domestic-violence-service-center
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Assistance with orders of protection
Court/legal assistance by attorney
Attorney referral for protection orders
Attorney referral for criminal cases
Attorney referral for family court
Court accompaniment/advocacy
Child custody services
Legal resource planning
Legal representation
Immigration services
Financial empowerment training
The Women's Center, Inc. of Columbia/Montour in Bloomsburg, PA
Domestic Violence Help in Bloomsburg, PA
https://www.domesticshelters.org/help/pa/bloomsburg/17815/the-women-s-center-inc-of-columbia-montour
The Shelter for Abused Women & Children in Naples, FL
Domestic Violence Help in Naples, FL
https://www.domesticshelters.org/help/fl/naples/34101/the-shelter-for-abused-women-children
Hotline 239-775-1101 (24⁄7)
Toll Free. 800-962-2873
Text 239-775-1101
Email info@naplesshelter.org
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Most of below is from https://www.domesticshelters.org/
They are national nonprofit org for domestic violence and abuse centers.
Is Mutual Abuse Real?
The term is most often used as a manipulation or victim-blaming tactic
Mutual abuse—a term to describe two partners are mutually abusive against each other—is rare and seldom exists in cases of domestic violence. With domestic violence, one partner aims to exert power over the other through a pattern of repeated control and sometimes violence. If the survivor responds to the aggressor with an emotional reaction, it’s not mutual. Abuse is not a shared responsibility.
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/identifying-abuse/is-mutual-abuse-real
Am I Experiencing Abuse?
Resources to help answer this important question
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What Is Verbal Abuse?
Resources to Help Identify What Is Verbal Abuse
Verbal abuse is a pattern of speaking with the intent to demean, humiliate, blame or threaten the victim.
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A verbally abusive individual will regularly
leave a partner feeling uneasy, scared,
degraded and ashamed, sometimes even
when a fight never occurred.
Verbal abuse is a pattern of speaking with the intent to demean,
humiliate, blame or threaten the victim. Though an abuser may raise their
voice in mean and threatening ways, verbal abuse does not always
include shouting. It can simply be defined by the manner in which the
abuser is speaking—typically in a demeaning, demoralizing way.
What Is Emotional Abuse?
A comprehensive guide to understanding emotional abuse
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/identifying-abuse/what-is-emotional-abuse
Signs of a Toxic Relationship
A guide to recognizing a toxic relationship, and the signs that it’s escalating to abuse
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/ending-domestic-violence/signs-of-a-toxic-relationship
What Defines a Toxic Relationship?
Two people in a relationship aren’t going to get along a hundred percent of the time. Arguments and disagreements are normal, and there is a healthy way to fight with someone you care about (spoiler alert: It doesn’t involve degradation, threats or violence).
But toxic on the other hand, by definition, means “poisonous and damaging.” It is something that, over time, will have a negative effect on your health. If you think about it that way, it’s easy to spot a toxic relationship. Ask yourself the following questions to start:
Do you feel constantly drained after spending time with a certain person?
Does that person leave you feeling generally unhappy or discouraged?
Do you feel like your self-esteem has lowered since meeting this person?
Does this person consistently fail to support you when you need help or encouragement?
Is this person often jealous?
Do you feel like this person is often lying to you?
Is your communication with this person filled with sarcasm, insults or passive-aggressive attacks?
Does this person often tell you what to do, aka, is controlling?
Do you feel like you haven’t taken very good care of yourself since meeting this person?
Are you trying to draw boundaries but your partner continues not to honor them?
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A Guide to Gaslighting
Gaslighting in intimate partner relationships is a manipulative abuse tactic where a survivor begins to question their own reality.
We've prepared a toolkit to help you understand what gaslighting is so you can better assess and understand your situation. You can download the toolkit here, or by using the pink VIEW TOOLKIT button above.
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What Is Verbal Abuse?
Verbal abuse is a pattern of speaking with the intent to demean, humiliate, blame or threaten the victim. Though an abuser may raise their voice in mean and threatening ways, verbal abuse does not always include shouting. It can simply be defined by the manner in which the abuser is speaking—typically a demeaning, demoralizing way.
Verbal and emotional abuse may be used interchangeably to describe what’s happening, and that’s OK. Labeling the abuse is not as important as recognizing that what’s occurring is, in fact, abusive behavior.
Verbal abuse may start subtly. An abuser may seem to “have a temper” but apologizes after losing their cool. Over time, however, the fights may become more explosive. The abuser may begin to fly off the handle at the smallest thing.
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/identifying-abuse/what-is-verbal-abuse?color=4caac9&widget_name=article_library&width=100%25
Recording Phone Calls Can Help Prove Abuse
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/legal/recording-phone-calls-can-help-prove-abuse
I'm Ready to Leave, Now What?
https://domestic-shelters.s3.amazonaws.com/production/assets/2020/11/09/23/52/11/0a7be9ad-d4e3-4d37-a3fc-e44018cd9c11/I'm%20Ready%20to%20Leave%20Now%20What.pdf
Packing Your Bags
Contemplating leaving an abusive partner? Here is how to start preparing
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/safety-planning/packing-your-bags
When It's Time to Go: Part I
A checklist of essentials to take with you when escaping abuse
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/faq/when-it-s-time-to-go-part-i
When It's Time to Go: Part II
8 steps to take to get out safely and hide well
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/escaping-violence/when-it-s-time-to-go-part-ii
Escape Plan: How to Find a Safe Place
It’s time to leave an abusive partner, but where do you go?
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/escaping-violence/escape-plan-how-to-find-a-safe-place
Financial
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/financial
Money Means Freedom
FreeFrom’s new Compensation Compass shows survivors how to access funds set aside for survivors
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/financial/money-means-freedom
A new online tool called the Compensation Compass from the nonprofit FreeFrom is aiming to alleviate some of the financial worry that prevents survivors from leaving.
https://compass.freefrom.org/
If the legal jargon seems overwhelming or a survivor is intimidated by the prospect of going to court, there’s also an option for someone from FreeFrom to follow-up with the survivor. Also, domestic violence shelters often offer lay legal assistance for survivors, or can refer them to free or low-cost attorneys. (Find a shelter in your ZIP code here.)
How to Stash Cash
Gearing up to leave an abuser? There are ways to set aside money in secret
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/financial/how-to-stash-cash
Finding Financial Independence After Abuse
Free courses teach financial literacy
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/financial/finding-financial-independence-after-abuse#.WCtMZFdWgy4
Modest Needs is another grant program designed to foster self-sufficiency in individuals, including domestic violence survivors. Their grants are most often given to those who have unexpected or emergency expenses, and are living paycheck-to-paycheck. You can learn more about their grants, and apply online
https://www.modestneeds.org/about-us/grants-types-self-sufficiency.asp
Looking to go back to school? There are also groups like The Women’s Independence Scholarship Program, which offers scholarships to survivors of intimate partner abuse. Find application details through the link.
https://wispinc.org/new-applicant-eligibility/#1502371663754-bf2eb806-23d6
Other grant programs may exist in your community—talk to a domestic violence advocate in your area for more information.
Do I Need a Lawyer?
Know when it’s important to hire an attorney for domestic violence issues
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/legal/do-i-need-a-lawyer
What If I Can’t Afford a Lawyer?
If cost is an issue, which it often is with domestic violence, don’t give up. There is free and discounted legal help available. Start by contacting your local DV shelter for help. An advocate may be able to point you in the direction of free and low-cost resources in your area. Advocacy groups, as well as websites such as lawhelp.org, can also assist low- and moderate-income individuals in finding free or affordable legal assistance. Another option is to inquire at a law school. New lawyers have less experience but are typically less expensive than seasoned attorneys and may even be willing to take your case at a discount or for free.
Debunking the Top 5 Self-Care Myths
Putting yourself first isn’t selfish and other things to unlearn
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/taking-care-of-you/debunking-the-top-5-self-care-myths
Domestic Violence and the Law
A comprehensive guide to understanding the legal system and how it can help protect you from an abuser
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/legal/domestic-violence-and-the-law
Smartphone Apps that Help You Document Abuse
Retain notes, text, audio, video, images
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/technology/smartphone-apps-that-help-you-document-abuse
Reasons for Divorce and Recollections of Premarital Intervention: Implications for Improving Relationship Education
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4012696/
Healthy & Unhealthy Relationships
https://btsadv.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/BTSADV-SurvivorToolkit-FullPacket.pdf
One of the most common tactics abusers use is to shift blame for the abuse onto the victim. The abuser will claim the victim is the abuser because of the reaction the victim has. The abuser may even attempt to convince the victim that there is nothing worth reacting over and that the victim is overreacting to the abuse. What the victim is actually experiencing is called reactive abuse.
https://breakthesilencedv.org/reactive-abuse-what-it-is-and-why-abusers-rely-on-it/
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HOW TO ENCOURAGE / COMMUNICATE
7 Tips for Helping Someone with an Addiction
https://www.trihealth.com/dailyhealthwire/wellness-and-fitness/7-tips-for-helping-someone-with-an-addiction
The challenge with addiction is that the addict is not the only one impacted by this disease. Family and friends can have difficulty with the addict’s behavior, financial problems, legal problems and the daily struggle of supporting a loved one. Here are seven tips that family and friends can reference to support an addicted family member or friend.
Tip #1: Educate Yourself
Get information about addictions. Understand the addict’s disease process. Find information about how it impacts the family and friends. Knowledge is power and it may help you understand more about yourself and your loved one. There are many resources for finding this information: SAMHSA.gov (Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration) has all types of educational and informational resources. The public library and the internet have an enormous amount of information for education, groups, support, treatment, etc.
Tip #2: Get Support
When you have a loved one with an addiction problem, it can create a great deal of difficulty in your life. There are groups that can help you learn how to cope, provide resources and help the addict, including:
Al-Anon (focused on Alcohol addiction)
Nar-Anon (focused on drug addiction – prescription and illegal)
Tip #3: Get Counseling
It may be helpful to get some individual counseling to assist yourself. Counseling isn’t just for the addict. The more you are able to manage the better you will be able to help your loved one. There are a variety of resources to find counselors. Your company may have an Employee Assistance Program or your health insurance may have mental health benefits that you can access. Talk to someone you trust about finding the resources you need and do a search for resources in your area.
Tip #4: Seek Specialty Help
If you need assistance with financial issues or legal issues it may be helpful to talk to attorney providers that are covered. There are organizations that provide services on a sliding scale fee and you can often find those by calling your local Mental Health Agency or United Way. Local churches may also provide some low or no cost counseling.
Tip #5: Don’t Enable
It is difficult for family members when the disease takes hold. Often, family members have supported the person’s addiction without even fully realizing that was what they were doing. Don’t rescue the addict. Let them experience the consequences of their disease. Many times, people are unable to change until they are forced. Don’t financially support the addict or their addiction. Many family members and friends buy groceries, give financial assistance to pay court fines or attorneys, or pay rent to help someone out, but usually it only prolongs the disease as addicts are able to avoid consequences.
Tip #6: Have Realistic Expectations
Don’t preach or lecture to the addict. They are usually unable to hear what you are saying. Continue to hold them accountable to expectations and offer help to direct them to the treatment they need. Don’t expect addicts to keep promises, they are not able to do so while in the process of their disease. Don’t react with pity or anger. This only keeps you in the process with the addict.
If your loved one is ready to get help, visit our Alcohol and Drug Treatment page to find out more about getting a referral and assessment.You can also contact Legal Aid programs in your area to see if you qualify for those services or they may be able to direct you to someone who can assist you.
Tip #7: Take Care of Yourself
Focusing on your own life is the most important thing you can do to assist the addict. If you are stressed out due to their issues, in addition to your own, it creates resentment and strain. It makes it difficult to want to help someone who has created so much difficulty in your life. By taking care of yourself through exercising, getting plenty of sleep, socializing and getting support, you may be better able to help your loved one when they are ready to accept the help.
The most important thing to remember is that you aren’t alone. Many people battle with these issues every day and it is vital to get the resources and support you need.
Helping Someone with a Drug Addiction
https://www.helpguide.org/articles/addictions/helping-someone-with-drug-addiction.htm
SAMHSA’s National Helpline
https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
https://www.samhsa.gov/
If you feel that your loved one is abusing drugs, the best thing you can do is to encourage them to seek treatment for their addiction. Be loving and supportive, but also know that they’re likely going to make excuses for their behavior. Be firm in what you want, and keep encouraging them to get help. Although this isn’t easy to do, it’s a critical first step in helping them achieve a healthy and happy life in recovery.
https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/drug-addiction/help-someone-drug-addiction/
Helping an Adult Family Member or Friend with a Drug or Alcohol Addiction
https://drugfree.org/article/want-help-adult-family-member-friend-drug-alcohol-problem-7-suggestions/
DOs and DON’Ts
As you continue to try to talk to the person in need of help, please remember these important details:
Don’t try to talk when either one of you is under the influence.
Do protect yourself and others around you from physical harm.
Do call police if there is violence.
Do set limits that will protect your home, finances, and relationships and stick to those limits.
And if you are at your wits’ end, you might consider a formal intervention.
Domestic Violence Resources
https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/resources/domestic-violence/
Helping Someone with a Drug Addiction
https://www.helpguide.org/articles/addictions/helping-someone-with-drug-addiction.htm
Intervention: Help a loved one overcome addiction
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/mental-illness/in-depth/intervention/art-20047451
When you talk with your loved one about their substance use, there are things that you can do and not do that can help the conversation be more productive and potentially result in a positive outcome
DO:
Express your concerns and state facts, not opinions.
Be patient.
Offer help, including information about treatment, how it works and how it can help them get off drugs.
Offer to go with them to the doctor or to an appointment.
DON’T:
Judge or criticize.
Neglect your own needs. Take care of yourself, regardless of the outcome.
Don’t yell or act angry.
Enable the person.
Starting the conversation when you are concerned about drug and alcohol use
https://positivechoices.org.au/parents/starting-the-conversation-about-drug-use
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DIVORCE
https://www.divorcemag.com/home
8 Ways You Know It’s Time to Divorce
https://www.divorcemag.com/blog/8-ways-you-know-its-time-to-divorce
What should I look for in a divorce attorney?
https://www.divorcemag.com/articles/what-should-i-look-for-in-a-divorce-attorney
Hiring a Divorce Lawyer: 4 Important Issues to Consider Fist
https://www.divorcemag.com/blog/hiring-a-divorce-lawyer-four-issues-to-consider-first
15 Questions to Ask Before You Hire a Divorce Lawyer
https://www.divorcemag.com/blog/15-questions-to-ask-before-you-hire-a-divorce-lawyer
How Much Does a Divorce Cost?
https://www.divorcemag.com/articles/how-much-does-a-divorce-cost
What are the grounds for divorce in Pennsylvania?
A divorce may be granted in Pennsylvania divorce law using either “Fault” or “No-Fault” grounds.
https://www.divorcemag.com/articles/pennsylvania-ground-rules
Fault grounds include:
- mental or physical cruelty and inhuman treatment that endangers the health or life of one spouse, or that makes living together intolerable;
- imposing serious indignities on one spouse making that spouse’s condition intolerable and life burdensome.
Alimony Pendente Lite in the Interim
While the divorce and spousal support agreements are being finalized, the receiving spouse is entitled to financial support in the interim. This is referred to as alimony pendente lite. It begins when the divorce is filed and ends with the divorce being legitimized.
https://www.pittsburghfamilylawfirm.com/divorce/calculating-alimony-spousal-support/
How is alimony pendente lite calculated in PA?
Alimony Pendente Lite in the Interim
Unlike alimony, there is a strict method for calculating this temporary form of spousal support. The formula used in the state of Pennsylvania states that the receiving spouse must receive 40 percent of the difference between the spouses' net incomes on a monthly basis.
The purpose of APL is to help the lower-income spouse finance his or her living and legal expenses through the divorce. In Pennsylvania, the average divorce takes about two years to litigate. Therefore, if your divorce is average, you can expect that APL will last for about two years.
Does cheating affect alimony in PA?
Pennsylvania law recognizes adultery as a fault ground for divorce. The cheating spouse is at fault, due to his or her adulterous behavior, for the decision to divorce. When a divorce involves adultery, it can affect spousal support and alimony.
The 17 Factors of Alimony in PA
https://www.spadealawfirm.com/the-17-factors-of-alimony-in-pa/
Pennsylvania Child Support Guidelines – How Much is Your Child Support Amount?
https://www.bucksdivorcelawyers.com/library/pennsylvania-child-support-law-how-much-amount-guidelines.cfm
Pennsylvania Child Support Calculator
https://www.custodyxchange.com/locations/usa/pennsylvania/child-support-calculator.php
Welcome to the Pennsylvania Child Support Estimator. This tool can be used to estimate the amount of your monthly child support amount.
This estimator does not provide results for alimony pendente lite or spousal support, or for combined child support and spousal support/alimony pendente lite orders. It is only an estimator. Other factors may affect the monthly amount.
https://www.humanservices.state.pa.us/csws/csws_controller.aspx?PageId=csws/support_estimator_overview.ascx
How is Alimony Calculated in Pennsylvania?
While there’s no easy answer, a good rule of thumb is 1 year of alimony for every 3 years of marriage.
https://snapdivorce.com/how-alimony-is-calculated-in-pennsylvania/
1. Know That There are Three Types of “Alimony” in Pennsylvania: Spousal Support, Alimony Pendente Lite and Alimony
The first thing you need to know about how alimony is calculated in Pennsylvania is that there’s really three types of alimony in Pennsylvania, and they are all kind of the same thing. There’s spousal support, alimony pendente lite, and alimony, and like I said they are all kind of the same thing and it really has mostly to do with when you’re paying or when you’re receiving the alimony. Spousal support is alimony that’s paid pre-divorce. Maybe you and your spouse separated, maybe you have moved into different homes, but nobody has filed for divorce yet but one of you is seeking spousal support. That’s what it’s going to be called during that time period, spousal support. During the pendency of divorce, once someone’s filed a divorce complaint then it’s called alimony pendente lite and those two (spousal support and alimony pendente lite or APL) are calculated exactly same and it’s pursuant to a mathematical formula. Alimony, that’s going to be support paid to a spouse or ex-spouse post-divorce, and that’s calculated a little bit differently.
Calculating Alimony or Spousal Support in PA
The formula used in the state of Pennsylvania states that the receiving spouse must receive 40 percent of the difference between the spouses' net incomes on a monthly basis. If the couple has children, the formula is altered to 30 percent of the net income difference.
https://www.pittsburghfamilylawfirm.com/divorce/calculating-alimony-spousal-support/
Understanding and Calculating Alimony in Pennsylvania
https://www.divorcenet.com/resources/divorce/spousal-support/understanding-and-calculating-alimony-pe
Divorce: Who Gets What?
https://www.divorcenet.com/topics/divorce-who-gets-what
Support Law in Pennsylvania
https://nlsa.us/legal-resources/children-family/support-law-in-pennsylvania/
Child Support Enforcement in Pennsylvania
https://www.divorcenet.com/resources/child-support-enforcement-pennsylvania.html
How to Apply for Child Support Services
To apply for child support services in Pennsylvania, please read and follow the directions provided in the frequently asked questions below:
https://www.humanservices.state.pa.us/csws/CSWS/how_to_apply.aspx
Is there a presumption for equal shared physical custody in Pennsylvania and New Jersey?
No. Both States use the best interest of the child to determine a custody schedule.
https://www.divorcemag.com/articles/is-there-a-presumption-for-equal-shared-physical-custody-in-pennsylvania-and-new
Is the property divided equally in Pennsylvania?
https://www.divorcemag.com/articles/is-the-property-divided-equally-in-pennsylvania
Grants for Single Mothers
https://singlemotherguide.com/grants-for-single-mothers/#child-care-assistance-program-(ccap)
Where to Find Financial Help as a Single Mom
https://www.whattoexpect.com/family/financial-help-for-single-moms/
Financial Assistance for Single Parents
https://www.debt.org/advice/financial-assistance-for-single-parents/
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NURSING PROGRAMS
https://nursejournal.org/
https://nurse.org/education/nursing-career-paths/
Nursing Career Paths: How to Become a Nurse and Advance Your Career
https://nurse.org/education/nursing-career-paths/
Attending Nursing School as a Single Parent
https://nursejournal.org/resources/nursing-school-guide-for-single-parents/
Financial Aid
https://nursejournal.org/financial-aid/
https://nursejournal.org/resources/financial-aid/paying-for-your-nursing-degree/
What Is A Certified Medical Assistant
https://nursejournal.org/careers/medical-assistant/how-to-become/
The Fastest Paths to Becoming a Nurse
https://nursejournal.org/resources/fastest-paths-to-becoming-a-nurse/
How to Become a Registered Nurse
https://nursejournal.org/registered-nursing/how-to-become-a-rn/
Applying to Nursing School
https://nursejournal.org/resources/applying-to-nursing-school/
What Is the Typical Time Line for Applying to Nursing School?
In most cases, prospective nursing students should plan for a full year in order to properly apply to nursing school. During this year, you can research the top nursing schools that interest you, determine which schools you're interested in applying to, submit your applications, and await the schools' decisions.
https://nursejournal.org/resources/nursing-school-application-checklist/
Nursing Degrees and Program Rankings
https://nursejournal.org/degrees/#cna-lpn-lvn
Certified Nursing Assistant and Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Certificates or Diplomas
Certified nursing assistant (CNA) certificate programs train CNAs in 4-12 weeks. Licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and licensed vocational nurses (LVNs) can earn a certificate or diploma in about one year and sit for the National Council Licensure Examination for LPNs/LVNs, commonly called the NCLEX-PN.
https://nursejournal.org/cna/training/
https://nursejournal.org/cna/
https://nursejournal.org/resources/lpn-certificates-vs-adn-degree/
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Program Overview
https://nursejournal.org/degrees/lpn-lvn/
Florida Nursing Schools and Programs
https://nursejournal.org/state/florida/
FIND NURSING SCHOOLS
Nursing Schools in Florida – 2022 Rankings
https://www.nursingprocess.org/nursing-schools/florida/
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Local PA for rehab & counseling.
Wyoming Valley Alcohol & Drug Services, Inc.
437 N. Main St.
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18705
570-820-8888
OUR SERVICES
ASSESSMENT/EVALUATION
OUTPATIENT COUNSELING
OUTPATIENT SERVICES
FAMILY PROGRAM
PREVENTION/EDUCATION
S.O.B.E.R
Lucerne County Domestic Relations
https://www.luzernecounty.org/507/Domestic-Relations
The mission of the Domestic Relations Section is to improve the well-being of children, promote the self-sufficiency of families, and deliver quality child & spousal support services, with recognition that to grow and thrive children require the financial, medical, and emotional support of both parents, regardless of their living situation or relationship.
113 W North Street, Wilkes Barre, PA 18711
Phone: 570-822-0600
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Domestic Violence Service Center in Wilkes Barre, PA
Hotline. 570-823-7312 (24⁄7)
https://www.domesticshelters.org/help/pa/wilkes-barre/18703/domestic-violence-service-center
Legal and Financial Assistance Services (11)
Assistance with orders of protection
Court/legal assistance by attorney
Attorney referral for protection orders
Attorney referral for criminal cases
Attorney referral for family court
Court accompaniment/advocacy
Child custody services
Legal resource planning
Legal representation
Immigration services
Financial empowerment training
The Women's Center, Inc. of Columbia/Montour in Bloomsburg, PA
Domestic Violence Help in Bloomsburg, PA
https://www.domesticshelters.org/help/pa/bloomsburg/17815/the-women-s-center-inc-of-columbia-montour
The Shelter for Abused Women & Children in Naples, FL
Domestic Violence Help in Naples, FL
https://www.domesticshelters.org/help/fl/naples/34101/the-shelter-for-abused-women-children
Hotline 239-775-1101 (24⁄7)
Toll Free. 800-962-2873
Text 239-775-1101
Email info@naplesshelter.org
Legal and Financial Assistance Services (15)
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Most of below is from https://www.domesticshelters.org/
They are national nonprofit org for domestic violence and abuse centers.
Is Mutual Abuse Real?
The term is most often used as a manipulation or victim-blaming tactic
Mutual abuse—a term to describe two partners are mutually abusive against each other—is rare and seldom exists in cases of domestic violence. With domestic violence, one partner aims to exert power over the other through a pattern of repeated control and sometimes violence. If the survivor responds to the aggressor with an emotional reaction, it’s not mutual. Abuse is not a shared responsibility.
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/identifying-abuse/is-mutual-abuse-real
Am I Experiencing Abuse?
Resources to help answer this important question
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What Is Verbal Abuse?
Resources to Help Identify What Is Verbal Abuse
Verbal abuse is a pattern of speaking with the intent to demean, humiliate, blame or threaten the victim.
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A verbally abusive individual will regularly
leave a partner feeling uneasy, scared,
degraded and ashamed, sometimes even
when a fight never occurred.
Verbal abuse is a pattern of speaking with the intent to demean,
humiliate, blame or threaten the victim. Though an abuser may raise their
voice in mean and threatening ways, verbal abuse does not always
include shouting. It can simply be defined by the manner in which the
abuser is speaking—typically in a demeaning, demoralizing way.
What Is Emotional Abuse?
A comprehensive guide to understanding emotional abuse
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/identifying-abuse/what-is-emotional-abuse
Signs of a Toxic Relationship
A guide to recognizing a toxic relationship, and the signs that it’s escalating to abuse
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/ending-domestic-violence/signs-of-a-toxic-relationship
What Defines a Toxic Relationship?
Two people in a relationship aren’t going to get along a hundred percent of the time. Arguments and disagreements are normal, and there is a healthy way to fight with someone you care about (spoiler alert: It doesn’t involve degradation, threats or violence).
But toxic on the other hand, by definition, means “poisonous and damaging.” It is something that, over time, will have a negative effect on your health. If you think about it that way, it’s easy to spot a toxic relationship. Ask yourself the following questions to start:
Do you feel constantly drained after spending time with a certain person?
Does that person leave you feeling generally unhappy or discouraged?
Do you feel like your self-esteem has lowered since meeting this person?
Does this person consistently fail to support you when you need help or encouragement?
Is this person often jealous?
Do you feel like this person is often lying to you?
Is your communication with this person filled with sarcasm, insults or passive-aggressive attacks?
Does this person often tell you what to do, aka, is controlling?
Do you feel like you haven’t taken very good care of yourself since meeting this person?
Are you trying to draw boundaries but your partner continues not to honor them?
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A Guide to Gaslighting
Gaslighting in intimate partner relationships is a manipulative abuse tactic where a survivor begins to question their own reality.
We've prepared a toolkit to help you understand what gaslighting is so you can better assess and understand your situation. You can download the toolkit here, or by using the pink VIEW TOOLKIT button above.
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What Is Verbal Abuse?
Verbal abuse is a pattern of speaking with the intent to demean, humiliate, blame or threaten the victim. Though an abuser may raise their voice in mean and threatening ways, verbal abuse does not always include shouting. It can simply be defined by the manner in which the abuser is speaking—typically a demeaning, demoralizing way.
Verbal and emotional abuse may be used interchangeably to describe what’s happening, and that’s OK. Labeling the abuse is not as important as recognizing that what’s occurring is, in fact, abusive behavior.
Verbal abuse may start subtly. An abuser may seem to “have a temper” but apologizes after losing their cool. Over time, however, the fights may become more explosive. The abuser may begin to fly off the handle at the smallest thing.
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/identifying-abuse/what-is-verbal-abuse?color=4caac9&widget_name=article_library&width=100%25
Recording Phone Calls Can Help Prove Abuse
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/legal/recording-phone-calls-can-help-prove-abuse
I'm Ready to Leave, Now What?
https://domestic-shelters.s3.amazonaws.com/production/assets/2020/11/09/23/52/11/0a7be9ad-d4e3-4d37-a3fc-e44018cd9c11/I'm%20Ready%20to%20Leave%20Now%20What.pdf
Packing Your Bags
Contemplating leaving an abusive partner? Here is how to start preparing
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/safety-planning/packing-your-bags
When It's Time to Go: Part I
A checklist of essentials to take with you when escaping abuse
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/faq/when-it-s-time-to-go-part-i
When It's Time to Go: Part II
8 steps to take to get out safely and hide well
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/escaping-violence/when-it-s-time-to-go-part-ii
Escape Plan: How to Find a Safe Place
It’s time to leave an abusive partner, but where do you go?
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/escaping-violence/escape-plan-how-to-find-a-safe-place
Financial
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/financial
Money Means Freedom
FreeFrom’s new Compensation Compass shows survivors how to access funds set aside for survivors
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/financial/money-means-freedom
A new online tool called the Compensation Compass from the nonprofit FreeFrom is aiming to alleviate some of the financial worry that prevents survivors from leaving.
https://compass.freefrom.org/
If the legal jargon seems overwhelming or a survivor is intimidated by the prospect of going to court, there’s also an option for someone from FreeFrom to follow-up with the survivor. Also, domestic violence shelters often offer lay legal assistance for survivors, or can refer them to free or low-cost attorneys. (Find a shelter in your ZIP code here.)
How to Stash Cash
Gearing up to leave an abuser? There are ways to set aside money in secret
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/financial/how-to-stash-cash
Finding Financial Independence After Abuse
Free courses teach financial literacy
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/financial/finding-financial-independence-after-abuse#.WCtMZFdWgy4
Modest Needs is another grant program designed to foster self-sufficiency in individuals, including domestic violence survivors. Their grants are most often given to those who have unexpected or emergency expenses, and are living paycheck-to-paycheck. You can learn more about their grants, and apply online
https://www.modestneeds.org/about-us/grants-types-self-sufficiency.asp
Looking to go back to school? There are also groups like The Women’s Independence Scholarship Program, which offers scholarships to survivors of intimate partner abuse. Find application details through the link.
https://wispinc.org/new-applicant-eligibility/#1502371663754-bf2eb806-23d6
Other grant programs may exist in your community—talk to a domestic violence advocate in your area for more information.
Do I Need a Lawyer?
Know when it’s important to hire an attorney for domestic violence issues
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/legal/do-i-need-a-lawyer
What If I Can’t Afford a Lawyer?
If cost is an issue, which it often is with domestic violence, don’t give up. There is free and discounted legal help available. Start by contacting your local DV shelter for help. An advocate may be able to point you in the direction of free and low-cost resources in your area. Advocacy groups, as well as websites such as lawhelp.org, can also assist low- and moderate-income individuals in finding free or affordable legal assistance. Another option is to inquire at a law school. New lawyers have less experience but are typically less expensive than seasoned attorneys and may even be willing to take your case at a discount or for free.
Debunking the Top 5 Self-Care Myths
Putting yourself first isn’t selfish and other things to unlearn
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/taking-care-of-you/debunking-the-top-5-self-care-myths
Domestic Violence and the Law
A comprehensive guide to understanding the legal system and how it can help protect you from an abuser
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/legal/domestic-violence-and-the-law
Smartphone Apps that Help You Document Abuse
Retain notes, text, audio, video, images
https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/technology/smartphone-apps-that-help-you-document-abuse
Reasons for Divorce and Recollections of Premarital Intervention: Implications for Improving Relationship Education
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4012696/
Healthy & Unhealthy Relationships
https://btsadv.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/BTSADV-SurvivorToolkit-FullPacket.pdf
One of the most common tactics abusers use is to shift blame for the abuse onto the victim. The abuser will claim the victim is the abuser because of the reaction the victim has. The abuser may even attempt to convince the victim that there is nothing worth reacting over and that the victim is overreacting to the abuse. What the victim is actually experiencing is called reactive abuse.
https://breakthesilencedv.org/reactive-abuse-what-it-is-and-why-abusers-rely-on-it/
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HOW TO ENCOURAGE / COMMUNICATE
7 Tips for Helping Someone with an Addiction
https://www.trihealth.com/dailyhealthwire/wellness-and-fitness/7-tips-for-helping-someone-with-an-addiction
The challenge with addiction is that the addict is not the only one impacted by this disease. Family and friends can have difficulty with the addict’s behavior, financial problems, legal problems and the daily struggle of supporting a loved one. Here are seven tips that family and friends can reference to support an addicted family member or friend.
Tip #1: Educate Yourself
Get information about addictions. Understand the addict’s disease process. Find information about how it impacts the family and friends. Knowledge is power and it may help you understand more about yourself and your loved one. There are many resources for finding this information: SAMHSA.gov (Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration) has all types of educational and informational resources. The public library and the internet have an enormous amount of information for education, groups, support, treatment, etc.
Tip #2: Get Support
When you have a loved one with an addiction problem, it can create a great deal of difficulty in your life. There are groups that can help you learn how to cope, provide resources and help the addict, including:
Al-Anon (focused on Alcohol addiction)
Nar-Anon (focused on drug addiction – prescription and illegal)
Tip #3: Get Counseling
It may be helpful to get some individual counseling to assist yourself. Counseling isn’t just for the addict. The more you are able to manage the better you will be able to help your loved one. There are a variety of resources to find counselors. Your company may have an Employee Assistance Program or your health insurance may have mental health benefits that you can access. Talk to someone you trust about finding the resources you need and do a search for resources in your area.
Tip #4: Seek Specialty Help
If you need assistance with financial issues or legal issues it may be helpful to talk to attorney providers that are covered. There are organizations that provide services on a sliding scale fee and you can often find those by calling your local Mental Health Agency or United Way. Local churches may also provide some low or no cost counseling.
Tip #5: Don’t Enable
It is difficult for family members when the disease takes hold. Often, family members have supported the person’s addiction without even fully realizing that was what they were doing. Don’t rescue the addict. Let them experience the consequences of their disease. Many times, people are unable to change until they are forced. Don’t financially support the addict or their addiction. Many family members and friends buy groceries, give financial assistance to pay court fines or attorneys, or pay rent to help someone out, but usually it only prolongs the disease as addicts are able to avoid consequences.
Tip #6: Have Realistic Expectations
Don’t preach or lecture to the addict. They are usually unable to hear what you are saying. Continue to hold them accountable to expectations and offer help to direct them to the treatment they need. Don’t expect addicts to keep promises, they are not able to do so while in the process of their disease. Don’t react with pity or anger. This only keeps you in the process with the addict.
If your loved one is ready to get help, visit our Alcohol and Drug Treatment page to find out more about getting a referral and assessment.You can also contact Legal Aid programs in your area to see if you qualify for those services or they may be able to direct you to someone who can assist you.
Tip #7: Take Care of Yourself
Focusing on your own life is the most important thing you can do to assist the addict. If you are stressed out due to their issues, in addition to your own, it creates resentment and strain. It makes it difficult to want to help someone who has created so much difficulty in your life. By taking care of yourself through exercising, getting plenty of sleep, socializing and getting support, you may be better able to help your loved one when they are ready to accept the help.
The most important thing to remember is that you aren’t alone. Many people battle with these issues every day and it is vital to get the resources and support you need.
Helping Someone with a Drug Addiction
https://www.helpguide.org/articles/addictions/helping-someone-with-drug-addiction.htm
SAMHSA’s National Helpline
https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
https://www.samhsa.gov/
If you feel that your loved one is abusing drugs, the best thing you can do is to encourage them to seek treatment for their addiction. Be loving and supportive, but also know that they’re likely going to make excuses for their behavior. Be firm in what you want, and keep encouraging them to get help. Although this isn’t easy to do, it’s a critical first step in helping them achieve a healthy and happy life in recovery.
https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/drug-addiction/help-someone-drug-addiction/
Helping an Adult Family Member or Friend with a Drug or Alcohol Addiction
https://drugfree.org/article/want-help-adult-family-member-friend-drug-alcohol-problem-7-suggestions/
DOs and DON’Ts
As you continue to try to talk to the person in need of help, please remember these important details:
Don’t try to talk when either one of you is under the influence.
Do protect yourself and others around you from physical harm.
Do call police if there is violence.
Do set limits that will protect your home, finances, and relationships and stick to those limits.
And if you are at your wits’ end, you might consider a formal intervention.
Domestic Violence Resources
https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/resources/domestic-violence/
Helping Someone with a Drug Addiction
https://www.helpguide.org/articles/addictions/helping-someone-with-drug-addiction.htm
Intervention: Help a loved one overcome addiction
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/mental-illness/in-depth/intervention/art-20047451
When you talk with your loved one about their substance use, there are things that you can do and not do that can help the conversation be more productive and potentially result in a positive outcome
DO:
Express your concerns and state facts, not opinions.
Be patient.
Offer help, including information about treatment, how it works and how it can help them get off drugs.
Offer to go with them to the doctor or to an appointment.
DON’T:
Judge or criticize.
Neglect your own needs. Take care of yourself, regardless of the outcome.
Don’t yell or act angry.
Enable the person.
Starting the conversation when you are concerned about drug and alcohol use
https://positivechoices.org.au/parents/starting-the-conversation-about-drug-use
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DIVORCE
https://www.divorcemag.com/home
8 Ways You Know It’s Time to Divorce
https://www.divorcemag.com/blog/8-ways-you-know-its-time-to-divorce
What should I look for in a divorce attorney?
https://www.divorcemag.com/articles/what-should-i-look-for-in-a-divorce-attorney
Hiring a Divorce Lawyer: 4 Important Issues to Consider Fist
https://www.divorcemag.com/blog/hiring-a-divorce-lawyer-four-issues-to-consider-first
15 Questions to Ask Before You Hire a Divorce Lawyer
https://www.divorcemag.com/blog/15-questions-to-ask-before-you-hire-a-divorce-lawyer
How Much Does a Divorce Cost?
https://www.divorcemag.com/articles/how-much-does-a-divorce-cost
What are the grounds for divorce in Pennsylvania?
A divorce may be granted in Pennsylvania divorce law using either “Fault” or “No-Fault” grounds.
https://www.divorcemag.com/articles/pennsylvania-ground-rules
Fault grounds include:
- mental or physical cruelty and inhuman treatment that endangers the health or life of one spouse, or that makes living together intolerable;
- imposing serious indignities on one spouse making that spouse’s condition intolerable and life burdensome.
Alimony Pendente Lite in the Interim
While the divorce and spousal support agreements are being finalized, the receiving spouse is entitled to financial support in the interim. This is referred to as alimony pendente lite. It begins when the divorce is filed and ends with the divorce being legitimized.
https://www.pittsburghfamilylawfirm.com/divorce/calculating-alimony-spousal-support/
How is alimony pendente lite calculated in PA?
Alimony Pendente Lite in the Interim
Unlike alimony, there is a strict method for calculating this temporary form of spousal support. The formula used in the state of Pennsylvania states that the receiving spouse must receive 40 percent of the difference between the spouses' net incomes on a monthly basis.
The purpose of APL is to help the lower-income spouse finance his or her living and legal expenses through the divorce. In Pennsylvania, the average divorce takes about two years to litigate. Therefore, if your divorce is average, you can expect that APL will last for about two years.
Does cheating affect alimony in PA?
Pennsylvania law recognizes adultery as a fault ground for divorce. The cheating spouse is at fault, due to his or her adulterous behavior, for the decision to divorce. When a divorce involves adultery, it can affect spousal support and alimony.
The 17 Factors of Alimony in PA
https://www.spadealawfirm.com/the-17-factors-of-alimony-in-pa/
Pennsylvania Child Support Guidelines – How Much is Your Child Support Amount?
https://www.bucksdivorcelawyers.com/library/pennsylvania-child-support-law-how-much-amount-guidelines.cfm
Pennsylvania Child Support Calculator
https://www.custodyxchange.com/locations/usa/pennsylvania/child-support-calculator.php
Welcome to the Pennsylvania Child Support Estimator. This tool can be used to estimate the amount of your monthly child support amount.
This estimator does not provide results for alimony pendente lite or spousal support, or for combined child support and spousal support/alimony pendente lite orders. It is only an estimator. Other factors may affect the monthly amount.
https://www.humanservices.state.pa.us/csws/csws_controller.aspx?PageId=csws/support_estimator_overview.ascx
How is Alimony Calculated in Pennsylvania?
While there’s no easy answer, a good rule of thumb is 1 year of alimony for every 3 years of marriage.
https://snapdivorce.com/how-alimony-is-calculated-in-pennsylvania/
1. Know That There are Three Types of “Alimony” in Pennsylvania: Spousal Support, Alimony Pendente Lite and Alimony
The first thing you need to know about how alimony is calculated in Pennsylvania is that there’s really three types of alimony in Pennsylvania, and they are all kind of the same thing. There’s spousal support, alimony pendente lite, and alimony, and like I said they are all kind of the same thing and it really has mostly to do with when you’re paying or when you’re receiving the alimony. Spousal support is alimony that’s paid pre-divorce. Maybe you and your spouse separated, maybe you have moved into different homes, but nobody has filed for divorce yet but one of you is seeking spousal support. That’s what it’s going to be called during that time period, spousal support. During the pendency of divorce, once someone’s filed a divorce complaint then it’s called alimony pendente lite and those two (spousal support and alimony pendente lite or APL) are calculated exactly same and it’s pursuant to a mathematical formula. Alimony, that’s going to be support paid to a spouse or ex-spouse post-divorce, and that’s calculated a little bit differently.
Calculating Alimony or Spousal Support in PA
The formula used in the state of Pennsylvania states that the receiving spouse must receive 40 percent of the difference between the spouses' net incomes on a monthly basis. If the couple has children, the formula is altered to 30 percent of the net income difference.
https://www.pittsburghfamilylawfirm.com/divorce/calculating-alimony-spousal-support/
Understanding and Calculating Alimony in Pennsylvania
https://www.divorcenet.com/resources/divorce/spousal-support/understanding-and-calculating-alimony-pe
Divorce: Who Gets What?
https://www.divorcenet.com/topics/divorce-who-gets-what
Support Law in Pennsylvania
https://nlsa.us/legal-resources/children-family/support-law-in-pennsylvania/
Child Support Enforcement in Pennsylvania
https://www.divorcenet.com/resources/child-support-enforcement-pennsylvania.html
How to Apply for Child Support Services
To apply for child support services in Pennsylvania, please read and follow the directions provided in the frequently asked questions below:
https://www.humanservices.state.pa.us/csws/CSWS/how_to_apply.aspx
Is there a presumption for equal shared physical custody in Pennsylvania and New Jersey?
No. Both States use the best interest of the child to determine a custody schedule.
https://www.divorcemag.com/articles/is-there-a-presumption-for-equal-shared-physical-custody-in-pennsylvania-and-new
Is the property divided equally in Pennsylvania?
https://www.divorcemag.com/articles/is-the-property-divided-equally-in-pennsylvania
Grants for Single Mothers
https://singlemotherguide.com/grants-for-single-mothers/#child-care-assistance-program-(ccap)
Where to Find Financial Help as a Single Mom
https://www.whattoexpect.com/family/financial-help-for-single-moms/
Financial Assistance for Single Parents
https://www.debt.org/advice/financial-assistance-for-single-parents/
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NURSING PROGRAMS
https://nursejournal.org/
https://nurse.org/education/nursing-career-paths/
Nursing Career Paths: How to Become a Nurse and Advance Your Career
https://nurse.org/education/nursing-career-paths/
Attending Nursing School as a Single Parent
https://nursejournal.org/resources/nursing-school-guide-for-single-parents/
Financial Aid
https://nursejournal.org/financial-aid/
https://nursejournal.org/resources/financial-aid/paying-for-your-nursing-degree/
What Is A Certified Medical Assistant
https://nursejournal.org/careers/medical-assistant/how-to-become/
The Fastest Paths to Becoming a Nurse
https://nursejournal.org/resources/fastest-paths-to-becoming-a-nurse/
How to Become a Registered Nurse
https://nursejournal.org/registered-nursing/how-to-become-a-rn/
Applying to Nursing School
https://nursejournal.org/resources/applying-to-nursing-school/
What Is the Typical Time Line for Applying to Nursing School?
In most cases, prospective nursing students should plan for a full year in order to properly apply to nursing school. During this year, you can research the top nursing schools that interest you, determine which schools you're interested in applying to, submit your applications, and await the schools' decisions.
https://nursejournal.org/resources/nursing-school-application-checklist/
Nursing Degrees and Program Rankings
https://nursejournal.org/degrees/#cna-lpn-lvn
Certified Nursing Assistant and Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Certificates or Diplomas
Certified nursing assistant (CNA) certificate programs train CNAs in 4-12 weeks. Licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and licensed vocational nurses (LVNs) can earn a certificate or diploma in about one year and sit for the National Council Licensure Examination for LPNs/LVNs, commonly called the NCLEX-PN.
https://nursejournal.org/cna/training/
https://nursejournal.org/cna/
https://nursejournal.org/resources/lpn-certificates-vs-adn-degree/
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Program Overview
https://nursejournal.org/degrees/lpn-lvn/
Florida Nursing Schools and Programs
https://nursejournal.org/state/florida/
FIND NURSING SCHOOLS
Nursing Schools in Florida – 2022 Rankings
https://www.nursingprocess.org/nursing-schools/florida/
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