On Nov. 2, 2015, Cecile Matheson, Executive Director of Sussex Vale Transition House, spoke about the history and present role of the Transition House in the community.
Cecile showed a short video about domestic violence and its prevalence in our society.
The Sussex Vale Transition House opened in 1991, and it is open 24/7. The present facility has four bedrooms and nine beds.
The Gold Rush 50/50 has been the facility’s best fundraiser and is presently bringing in $4,000 a week. The Government provides 50% of the finances.
In 2014 there were 40 women and 30 children served. The House needs renovations, and the Rotary Club of Sussex may be called upon for assistance once the plans are in place.
Cecile was thanked by Rotarian Shelley Vail.