Heather's Story

Born and raised in Plant City, Heather earned her education degree from the University of South Florida in 1999. After moving to Lakeland as a young adult, she became a successful and well-loved teacher at Valleyview Elementary and South McKeel Elementary Academy where she had a profound effect on her students. Heather was also the loving mother of two beautiful daughters, Paige and Jordyn. Tragically, Heather was killed on August 23, 2008 in a horrific act of domestic violence. The Heather’s Hope Foundation celebrates the life of this mother and teacher while raising public awareness about the “silent tragedy” of domestic abuse.

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Quick Links

CADV: NATIONAL
CADV: FLORIDA
LOVE IS RESPECT
PEACE RIVER CENTER
SAVIN ONLINE
ACTIVE.com
LIGHTHOUSE MINISTRIES

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Hotlines

Polk County
Domestic Abuse Hotline
(863) 413-2700

Hillsborough County
Domestic Abuse Hotline
(813) 247-7233

Teen Dating Abuse Hotline
(866) 331-9474

Local Domestic Abuse Hotline
(863) 413-2700