Family Violence

Service offered at no cost to victims

• 24 hour telephone crisis intervention
• 24 hours a day emergency shelter for victims of family violence
• Advocacy and accompaniment to assist the victim through hospital, police, and court proceedings
• Free individual and group counseling (support and therapy) for victims and their families.  Call for dates and times
• Assistance in obtaining needed services for victims including legal, medical, transportation, housing, employment services, etc.
• Public education and professional training on sexual assault and family violence issues.
• Assistance with applying for Crime Victim’s Compensation

What do you do if Family Violence is a problem?

• Collect important papers (or copies); birth certificates, social security cards and drivers license.
• Get a copy of your car key.
• Pack basic clothing for yourself and your children.
• Leave papers and necessities with a neighbor or in another safe place.
• Seek Counseling. Discuss feelings with friends, family, clergy or community counselor.

Family Violence Facts…

• A woman is beaten every 15 seconds.
• 60-80% of the men who abuse grew up in an abusive home.
• Children exposed to family violence often become batterers and victims, thus continuing the cycle of violence.
• FamilyTime provides shelter to victims and their children, counseling to families, and help through the 24-hour helpline.
• The cycle of violence can be broken with professional help and community support.
• FamilyTime provides free counseling to victims of family violence.