Dawn Reams

Dawn Reams has dedicated her life to helping clients dealing with domestic and sexual violence and stalking. She has managed to make a huge difference for those who have been traumatized through this violence, their children and families. She has committed the time, energy and care to insure victims and survivors receive the utmost care, advocacy, housing, education, legal assistance, and more. When Covid appeared nearly 13 months ago, Dawn went into action, The first thing she did was to be sure Bridges employed every action possible to continue all services – despite the pandemic. Bridges developed new and innovative ways as not to stop or interfere with everything from crisis intervention to safe shelter. When Dawn heard there were women and toddlers living in their cars during the lock down, she made it clear- no one will be turned away. She found the funds to pay for hotels and motels while our emergency shelter was full. Dawn developed ways for our advocates to go to hospitals with sexual assault survivors, so our clients wouldn’t have to deal with their trauma alone. She worked to protect both clients and staff through all the safety practices as well as masks, shields and safety protective glasses. Most recently, Dawn set up a Covid vaccination site which gave our homeless clients and staff the ability to be vaccinated. Dawn truly has made a difference for so many during this most challenging year. Dawn is truly a SHEro!