In Virginia last year, nearly 29,000 victims of family violence sought services from shelter programs, and more than 7,000 were provided with emergency shelter. On the Peninsula, nearly 11,000 nights of shelter were provided for 834 abused women and children. Family violence is any abuse between family or household members including physical, emotional, sexual, and economic.
Victim accepts responsibility for the abuse.
Forbidden from using the phone, seeing friends alone, having access to money or getting a job. If you know someone who is being abused, help is available. Call the police at 727-6111. If injured, go to the emergency room and save evidence such as medical reports, photos, and torn clothing. If necessary, gather important documents and seek a safe place to stay.