Getting the Help you need
Many women in abusive relationships blame themselves and are afraid to leave. One thing you must always remember, you deserve a happy and healthy relationship. If you decide you want to leave an abusive relationship, there are many resources out there for you in your local area. You can find shelters for you and your family to stay which is safe, and away from your abuser. You can also call support hot-lines in hard times. The resources are out there, and there are many great volunteers willing to help you in getting a safe place. To the right are links to sites that can help you find local shelters, as well as hotline numbers that you can call for support.
Safety Online
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The family place is located in Dallas, TX. They have emergency shelters and temporary housing for families wanting to leave abused homes, where pets are welcome. They help you locate a job and provide day care and group therapy for children. They also have on-site attorneys to help with any legal questions for free.
Hopes Door is located in Dallas, TX, providing for Dallas, Collin, and surrounding counties. Their focus is on intervention for domestic abuse. They provide temporary housing for families with children. They also provide clothing and bedding for families that have to leave in an emergency and cannot take their belongings with them.
The Family Violence Squad is the police department in Dallas,TX that specializes in Domestic Violence. If you're afraid of your abuser and require help when leaving the home, or have problems with abuse, call them. They will help you relocate to your safety location and be sure that your abuser does not know where you are or how to contact you.
Along with Emergency and Temporary housing, Safe Haven also provides counseling and education for children and adults. Safe Haven also employs attorneys specializing in Family Law and Immigration. They are free for you and are willing to help you however they can.