Help For Domestic Abuse Victims

There are many online resources for domestic abuse victims. If you are an abuse victim help is available. There are battered womens shelters, free counseling and help for your children also. Have a friend, family member or even the police set up an escape plan for you. Believe it or not there are many upright men and women in this country that will help you.

Here are some links that deal with this issue.

The National Domestic Violence Hotline receives more than 21,000 calls per month from victims, survivors, friends and family members, law enforcement personnel, domestic violence advocates and the general public. Hotline advocates provide support and assistance to anyone involved in a domestic violence situation, including those in same-sex relationships, male survivors, those with disabilities and immigrant victims of domestic violence. All calls to the National Domestic Violence Hotline are anonymous and confidential.

The U.S. Department of Justice
If you, or someone you know, are a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, or dating violence please know that help is available.

The Feminist Majority Foundation works for social and political and economic equality for women by using research and education to improve women's lives. The Feminist Majority Foundation Online features daily feminist news with 'take action' ideas, domestic violence and sexual assault hotlines.

Help for Abused and Battered Women 
You may be afraid to leave or ask for help out of fear that your partner will retaliate if he finds out. This is a legitimate concern. However, there are precautions you can take to stay safe and keep your abuser from finding out what you’re doing. When seeking help for domestic violence and abuse, it’s important to cover your tracks, especially when you’re using the phone or the computer.

Domestic violence against women Recognize patterns, seek help. Domestic violence is a serious threat for many women. Know the signs of an abusive relationship and how to leave a dangerous situation. 

Family Violence Prevention Services, Inc., provides residential and nonresidential programs to include emergency shelter, transitional housing, legal and educational services,substance abuse intervention, legal and therapeutic services linking all other homeless shelters, children's services, batterers' intervention, and drug-court liaison programs. All services are provided in English and Spanish.

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