As shelter-in-place orders and safer-at-home mandates keep us from venturing away from home, we face the unfortunate reality that this pandemic may keep people in closer proximity to their abusers. Data from the National Domestic Violence Hotline shows that contact volume to the hotline has increased 9% from 2019 to 2020.
The Delaware Coalition Against Domestic Violence (DCADV) is a statewide nonprofit coalition of agencies and individuals working to stop domestic violence in Delaware. If you or someone you know is in a dangerous or unhealthy relationship, there are a variety of resources to help:
You and your loved ones deserve safety and security. If you or someone you know feels unsafe, please call.
Learn more about the Delaware Coalition Against Domestic Violence (DCADV) and the resources they offer.