Domestic Violence
End Domestic Violence
According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, 1 in 4 women and 1 in 9 men experience severe intimate partner physical violence, intimate partner contact, sexual violence, and/or intimate partner stalking with impacts such as injury, fearfulness, post-traumatic stress disorder, use of victim services, contraction of sexually transmitted diseases, etc. Furthermore, it has been found that on average, nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States. Also, 1 in 15 children are exposed to intimate partner violence each year, and 90% of these children are eyewitnesses to this violence.
At Family Crisis Center we are dedicated to helping combat this serious issue. We not only offer an array of services which includes a confidential and safe temporary shelter. But we also, provide highly trained staff that offer advocacy, family safety planning, and therapeutic services. Our organization also seeks to educate the community on ways they can get involved to put an end to Domestic Violence. For instance, did you know Domestic Violence is not always physical? It can also encompass sexual violence, psychological violence, financial, and emotional abuse. Please see the below graphic for additional details. If you or anyone you know may be experiencing any of the listed, we urge you to seek help immediately by contacting our crisis hotline at 1-870-933-9449.
If you are seeking additional ways to become involved in the fight against domestic violence, please utilize our donation or volunteer links. We are currently funded by the generous donations made by members of the community. Whether you are able to help us financially or with your time, you can make a difference in a life. In reference, to the statistics and information above your donation and/or time could quite possibly save the life of fellow members of the community.