Our Story: Empowering Safety Through Lived Experience

My name is Natalie Gable, and I'm a Peer Support Specialist and Women & Children's Advocate  in Pittsburgh, PA. My passion comes from my own life experiences. As a child, I went through abuse and difficult situations that no child should ever have to face.  As I grew older, I was exposed to unhealthy environments and was groomed as a teenager, which deeply affected the choices I made and the path my life took. This led me down a road of addiction and hardship.

But my story didn’t end there. Through strength, growth, and determination, I was able to turn my life around. I began to understand how early experiences, trauma, and outside influences can shape decisions—and more importantly, how education and awareness can help prevent them.

Today, I use my experiences to help others. I created this platform to give women, parents, and families the knowledge, tools, and resources I wish I had. From personal safety devices to online awareness and real-life prevention tips, my goal is to help others recognize warning signs, stay prepared, and feel empowered in their everyday lives.

No one should have to learn things “the hard way.” If I can help even one person avoid the situations I went through, then sharing my story is worth it.

Many single mothers, as well as elderly and disabled individuals, are living on limited or fixed incomes, making it difficult to afford even basic safety tools. For families already struggling to cover essentials like housing, food, and medical care, items such as personal alarms, security devices, or protective tools often feel out of reach. Yet these are the very tools that can make a critical difference in preventing harm and increasing peace of mind. This is why your donations are so important—they help bridge the gap and provide protection to those who need it most but cannot afford it on their own.