Anyone under 18 years old must go to the Youth Crisis Center. The limit of stay at the shelter is four to six weeks, and it's free. However, victims must bring food, and day care isn't provided. A volunteer or case manager will answer the phone, handling each call using a case by case approach. A relative or friend of the victim can also call the hot line for advice.
All information is kept confidential.
Most importantly, Hughes said, volunteers and case managers are trained to listen. And she suggested that relatives and friends do the same. In addition to the hot line and shelter, there are several other services available. This is a state-certified program that offers classes for men and woman separately. Speakers Bureau - Staff and board members speak about domestic violence and Betty Griffin House services at organizations like Rotary and Kiwanis clubs.