If you go to the Women's Shelter, counseling services are provided free for all residents. A support group brings together people with similar problems in a safe environment and allows then the opportunity to break through the isolation and loneliness that is so often present in violent homes. Group members can openly discuss their problems with other people who understand and together they share the work of deciding on options. A support group is also available in Spanish. Ask to speak with a family counselor first and discuss your situation with them directly.
Services are also available for young children and adolescents.
Each Community Mental Health Center has specialized services for children, adolescents, and their families. Contact the Center serving your area. The purpose of PACT is to work with families who have been affected by substance abuse and domestic violence. Children must be between the ages of 5 and 12. The children will meet other children who have been through similar experiences.