The Center for Family Services stands With Survivors, Always! We recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month every October, but our work supporting survivors is a constant commitment to their safety, support, and mental health — not just one month, but every day of the year.
Domestic Violence (DV) is a pattern of abusive behavior in an intimate relationship that is used by one person in the relationship to gain or maintain power and control over another. While many people think first of physical violence, DV can be any combination of physical, sexual, emotional, economic, psychological, or technological actions or threats of actions / other coercive behavior that influence another person within their relationship.
The effects of domestic violence can be devastating. Survivors of DV often experience physical injuries, mental health problems, and financial difficulties. Kids who experience abuse themselves or even witness domestic violence are at serious risk for long-term physical and mental health problems. All survivors can struggle with trusting others and maintaining healthy relationships.
The Center provides confidential trauma-aware counseling services to survivors and witnesses, intended to reduce those long-term impacts. We also provide preventative education programs and one-on-one sessions designed to equip partners or parents with the tools they need to interact effectively with partners or children.
Help us help them by attending our Havana Nights Cuban-inspired festivities on Dec 4 (see below)
With Survivors, Always!
Sincerely,
Todd L’Herrou, CEO
Educate yourself on the signs of domestic violence. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (https://www.thehotline.org/) has a number of resources available, including a list of red flags and a safety plan generator.
Talk to your friends and family about domestic violence. Let them know that you are there for them if they need support.
Know the National Domestic Violence Hotline number: 1-800-799-SAFE
