Everyday domestic violence happens all over the world. It happens here in the United States more than people choose to...
By domesticshelters.org Domestic violence isn’t ageist. Seniors are just as susceptible as their younger generations to encounter abuse at the...
By domesticshelters.org When thinking about domestic violence, the image of a young family often comes to mind. But, the truth...
By Stephanie Thurrott Abuse is traumatic and devastating for people of all ages. And older adults can find it especially...
By Amanda Kippert It’s a common and damaging myth—without bruises, cuts, broken bones, bandages or a black eye, it’s not really abuse....
By Amanda Kippert It can sound like name-calling, constantly correcting someone’s behavior or yelling at, denouncing or demeaning someone. It...
By Janice Fuller-Roberts When I fled my abusive relationship for the last time (yes, I left and went back), one...
By Domesticshelters.org When escaping domestic violence, survivors are often worried about pets’ safety if left with the abuser, and whether...
By Domesticshelters.org We know that leaving is the most dangerous time for a domestic violence survivor. Abusers often lash out...
By Stephanie Thurott If you’re living through domestic violence or recently escaped an abuser, you might consider a personal alarm....