Domestic Violence is controlling his/her spouse by using threat, physical, violence, emotional fear.

• The US is witnessing over 3 million cases of domestic violence every year
• Every 9 seconds, someone is being beaten by a person who they live with.
• Every year, over 4,000 people are murdered by domestic violence.

• They are choked, kicked, pushed & slapped.
• They are humiliated, yelled at, ignored, name called & blamed.
• They are forced to unwanted sex.

• Domestic violence is criminal behavior. It is not your fault.
• You need to seek help from reliable people.
• Help is available through law enforcement agencies.
• Remember that children are invisible victims.
• Domestic violence usually gets worse without interference.

• Let them know that you know their situation
• When they deny their situation, you tell them you accept their story
• Respect them to make their own decision

If you are experiencing domestic violence, ask for help to protect yourself and your family. Home on the Green Pastures is available for you any time (714) 532-2787

Home on the Green Pastures 714-532-2787 (24 hrs)