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Local and national resources to help prevent domestic violence and child abuse

HAMPTON ROADS, Va. (WAVY) — 10 On Your Side has compiled a list of local and national resources for residents to fight and prevent domestic violence and child abuse.

In the United States, about 1 in 4 women and nearly 1 in 10 men have experienced intimate partner violence (IPV) including sexual violence, physical violence, or stalking by an intimate partner during their lifetime, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.


Domestic Violence Prevention Resources

10 On Your Side is committed to help Break The Cycle of domestic violence in Hampton Roads. 

Here is a link to all of the local groups or agencies we have highlighted. The page also shares testimonials of survivors.

Here are some local and national resources for victims in need of help.

Avalon Center in Williamsburg

Samaritan House Inc. in Virginia Beach

H.E.R. Shelter in Portsmouth

HOPE Program at Chesapeake Regional Medical Center

The Genieve Shelter in Suffolk

Transitions Family Violence Services in Hampton

Eastern Shore Coalition Against Domestic Violence

Newport News Police department Domestic Violence unit

YWCA South Hampton Roads in Norfolk

National Human Trafficking Task Force Hotline: 1-888-3737-888.  

Hampton Roads Human Trafficking Task Force -757-430-2120

Prevent Child Abuse America – Coronavirus Resources & Tips for Parents, Children & Others.

Child abuse and neglect are serious problems that can have lasting harmful effects on its victims. For more information on preventing child abuse and neglect check out resources from the CDC or call The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline at 1-800-422-4453 for help.


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