Why Should We Be Concerned About Domestic Violence

Domestic violence is the number one cause of injury to women in the US and has been declared a national threat to health by the US Surgeon General.

A woman is battered every 15 seconds in the US.

It is estimated that between $200-$300 million a year is lost in employee productivity as a result of domestic violence

AND.... If you are not safe in your own home, then where are you safe?

Help in Washington County- Oregon

Call 911 for emergencies

FOR IMMEDIATE HELP PLEASE CALL: National Domestic Violence/Abuse Hot line -- 24 Hours a day -- All 50 states 1-800-799-SAFE 1-800-799-7233 1-800-787-3224 TDD Trained counselors can provide immediate assistance. Callers can remain anonymous and all calls are confidential. You can be connected directly to help in your community, including emergency services and shelters, counseling and assistance in reporting abuse, referrals and information.

Crisis/Info Line: 503-640-1171

Business Office: 503-640-5352

Shelter Office: 503-693-0894

Support Groups: 503-681-2886

Restraining Orders: 503-681-3830

Links

Domestic Violence Resources: Warning signs of abuse
Healing My Broken Spirit: Back to Home Page
Background by Dana Lea

Click the rose to E-mail me

In memory of women everywhere whose lives have been affected by violence.

The Official Seal Of The Phenomenal Women Of The Web - Against Domestic Violence



Sign My Guestbook Get your own FREE Guestbook from htmlGEAR View My Guestbook
award

Nedstat Counter