When a battered woman decides it's time to leave, the Domestic Violence Program is there to help. Although there are no shelters in Goochland or Powhatan, women are taken to shelters located in neighboring counties. Shelters offer women and children safety and guidance for the future. The rural nature of the area presents other difficulties as well. In a rural community, there are few resources such as jobs, rental properties, etc.
Women have to relocate to another area.
However, as Cason-Card continues to reach out to the two communities, she feels the program will gain acceptance. I feel good about the program. It can become a real resource for the community. We have a good foothold to build from. Cason-Card continues to seek help from the community.