Doing nothing solves nothing. Go to a friend, neighbour, or relative. Call a local agency, they usually have lists of shelters for abused women. If you are considering leaving, come to our office and go through our Blue Book . It is a book of all the agencies in the City of Toronto.
Temporary shelter is available for battered persons and their children.
This is an emergency. If there is enough evidence against your assailant, an arrest will be made. You may need other information from him as well or he may call you for more information. Often the batterer is unable to admit there is a problem. Counseling is only helpful if both partners want help and are motivated to work together.