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Delivering Hope
Makeover Day
A day of care, confidence and healing.
WHY MAKE-OVER DAYS?
Confidence is more than how we look. It is how we feel when we are seen, valued and supported.
Makeover Days are special experiences created to uplift women who have lived through abuse. In partnership with community agencies, small groups of 6–8 women are welcomed to Abuse Hurts for a day of pampering and self-care.
Each woman enjoys professional hair and makeup services, along with the opportunity to select new and gently used clothing from our donated boutique collection. More than a makeover, this day is about building confidence, self-esteem, and a renewed sense of possibility.
If you are a partner agency looking to offer this service, please email our program coordinator by clicking on the button below. If you are a new agency looking to register with us to offer this program to your clients, clicl on the Agency Registration button below and fill out a registration form .
Designed for Connection, Healing and Impact
Makeover days also create a safe space for connection. Women share the experience together, forming bonds with others who understand their journey. With the support of caring volunteers and staff, these days remind every participant: you are not alone! It does this by:
Restoring Self-Esteem
Abuse can take away more than physical safety, it can erode a woman’s sense of self-worth. Our makeover days help women feel beautiful, cared for and valued while also reminding them of their own strength.
Building Confidence for New Beginnings
Whether stepping into a job interview, reconnecting with the community, or starting a new chapter in life, confidence matters. Outfits, self-care and encouragement help participants feel prepared to move forward with dignity.
Offering Tangible Support
Alongside emotional uplift, women leave with clothing and essentials they can use every day. This practical support helps ease financial stress while contributing to a sense of renewal.
How You can Help
Makeover days are made possible by the generosity of volunteers, donors and community partners. Whether you are a hairstylist, make-up artist, fashion consultant, or simply someone who wants to help, your time, donation and care can make a world of difference.
These are real testimonials from real people, but to protect the privacy of the paprticipants
we are telling the visual story with representative pictures.
Testimonials
“I have never done anything for
myself. It was amazing to have
been pampered for myself.
Made me feel so special.
I never would have done this myself.”
“I have a new found value in my self-
confidence today. The lunch was
delicious and the atmosphere was
absolutely lovely.”
“I was emotionally overcome
by my reality and knowing the
wrongs I’ve been living with.
Your generosity and compassion
helped a lot. I felt the strength.”
“Thank you for the kindness
and generosity – and support –
because abuse does hurt.
And you have helped.
