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TESSA reports busier 2011

by Amy Gillentine Published: March 20,2012

Tags: Colorado Springs, domestic violence, nonprofits, Tessa

TESSA, Colorado Springs’ nonprofit focused on preventing domestic violence and assisting women who are victims, saw more people in 2011 than in the previous year. In its quartlery issue, “Be the Change,” TESSA executives reported having more than 100 additional hospital calls in 2011, and more than 10,000 nights of safe shelter provided to more [...] [...]

Court created for veterans (access required)

by Amy Gillentine Published: February 25,2010

Tags: pikes peak behavioral health group, Tessa, Veterans Court

The 4th Judicial District is creating a special court for war veterans who commit nonviolent crimes. It’s intended to give them an added opportunity for treatment instead of punishment. But not everyone thinks that’s a good idea. The district attorney’s office unveiled plans for the court during a press conference yesterday, but a pilot program [...] [...]

Brachtenbach building on corporate lessons in nonprofit arena (access required)

by Staff Writer Published: July 17,2009

Tags: One on One, Tessa

Raised on a farm in a “nurturing community” in eastern Colorado, Connie Brachtenbach was involved in 4-H, Future Homemakers of America and Future Business Leaders of America. Along the way, she was three-time state champion in track, set the state shot put record, and competed in international track and Junior Olympics. Recently, she changed career [...] [...]

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