Westside Domestic Violence Shelter

For support and services please call our hotline: (530) 865-4899

Statistics

Many people think that victims of domestic abuse could leave if they really ​want to, and do not step in to help. Most victims do try to leave, on the average of 6 or 7 times before their final departure. ​
Almost 3/4 of partner assaults occur while the victim​ and assailant are divorced or separated.

1 in 4 

U.S. women are victims and survivors of domestic abuse

U.S. women are murdered by their partners every day

U.S. children are exposed to domestic violence
​each year

U.S. women survived attempted or competed sexual assault 

U.S. women reported being raped or sexually assaulted in 2009 

​Does the person you love...

Possible Warning Signs

• Accuse you of infidelity/seem jealous? 
• Control all finances/force you to account in detail what you spend? 
• Anger easily, especially when drinking or using drugs?
• Humiliates you in front of others?
• Use, and or threatens to use, a weapon against you?
• Force you to have sex against your will?
• Blames you or others for his/her problems?

• Expects you to be perfect and have all household chores and dinner ready, or else?
• Call to check up on you?
• Discourage relationships with friends/family?
• Destroy personal property/sentimental items?
• Keep track of your time?
• Abuse pets?
• Get psychically rough with you? (push, yank, slap, hit, etc)? 

Path of Love

We hope to have a community class in the future. Our goal is to teach what healthy love truly is and tools to overcome domestic violence. Please email us if you are interested in participating or partnering to make this happen: wdvsdirector@gmail.com.

A wonderful life full of love and joy is possible!
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