Michael experienced emotional, physical, and sexual violence at the hands of his ex-wife for over 3 years. It would take 15 years to understand what happened to him.
Stories of Hope
Aubrey’s Story
Aubrey’s abusive ex-husband took their child and then manipulated law enforcement and criminal justice systems into believing that she was the perpetrator of violence in their relationship.
In Her Words: DV Survivors Speak about Women They Honor
At Women’s Center & Shelter, we celebrate women every day. In recognition of International Women’s Day, WC&S talked to DV survivors about women that inspire hope in them.
Teenagers Experience Dating Violence, Too. Do You Know the Signs?
‘Domestic abuse.’ Think about those words. Now, close your eyes for a moment. Picture the first image that came to mind. Did you see a fist? Or perhaps a bruised face? Maybe an inebriated, pot-bellied man in a dirty sleeveless shirt grabbing the arm of his wife as she struggles to escape his grasp? I […]
January is Stalking Awareness Month: How Can You SPOT a Stalker?
Hey…you. After a long week, you decide to spend Friday night journaling at your favorite café while sipping earl grey. The cupcakes look decadent so you bend down to select the one in the back with the sprinkles. Cupcake in hand, you rise and turn and bump into the guy behind you. You apologize for […]
Abuse or Homelessness: The Choice No Survivor Should Have to Make
Escaping a home where an abuser maintains control does not always equal freedom for women facing intimate partner violence (IPV). Often, it is a path directly to the streets. IPV is a proven cause of housing instability and homelessness for survivors and families.[1] After enduring the trauma of abuse, a survivor may not have the […]
