Domestic Violence Help

Help for Victims of Domestic Violence

Domestic violence can affect people of any community. Unfortunately, victims of domestic abuse do not always seek help because they feel afraid. Southwest General Health Center assists victims of domestic violence by providing medical care and information on community resources from which they can seek help and support in figuring out next steps.

Have You Been a Victim of Domestic Violence?

Has anyone forced or pressured you to perform sexual activities?
Has anyone ever threatened or physically hurt you, your family or pets?
Did someone take your ID/documents and he/she is forcing you to work?
If you answered “Yes” to any of the above:

Seek medical help from a physician or Emergency Room and have your injuries documented.
Call the police for help if you or your family are in danger.
Have a safety plan: If you have to leave your home for safety, bring any legal documents (birth certificates and social security cards), medical cards, an extra set of keys, bank account information, money, credit cards and a change of clothes for you and your children.

REMEMBER…You are worthy and have the right to be treated with respect by EVERYONE you come in contact with.

AVAILABLE RESOURCES IN CUYAHOGA COUNTY

Police & Fire – 911
Berea Animal Shelter – 440-234-2034
Child Abuse – 216-696-KIDS(5437)
Domestic Violence Center – 216-391-4357
Elder Abuse – 216-420-6700
Human Trafficking Hotline – 888-373-7888
Project Star (sex trafficking) – 855-431-STAR(7827)
Rape Crisis Center – 216-619-6192
SAFE PLACE - Text 4 Help – Text "SAFE" with current location 69866
Southwest General Main Campus ER – 440-816-8888
Suicide Prevention Hotline – 216-623-6888

AVAILABLE RESOURCES IN MEDINA COUNTY

Police & Fire – 911
Child/Elder Abuse (adult/children) – 330-661-0800
Domestic Violence Center – 877-414-1344
Human Trafficking Hotline – 888-373-7888
Rape Crisis Center – 877-906-7273
Southwest General Brunswick ER – 330-558-0123
Suicide Prevention Hotline - Alternative Paths – 330-725-9195