Everyone deserves to be free of all forms of violence.
Domestic violence is the leading cause of homelessness among women with children.
In 1997 over 19,000 crimes were reported in King County in which domestic violence was a component. 4,000 victims of violence and sexual assault received services through the King County Sexual Assault Resource Center and its collaborators. 100,000 days of respite care are provided for families and caregivers of the frail and elderly, which helps to prevent elde r abuse and helps individuals to remain as safe as possible . Over 6,000 youth s receive youth suicide prevention education in over 60 King County schools and youth-serving organizations .