Domestic Violence Hides in Plain Sight

A relationship characterized by domestic violence rarely starts that way. In the early stages, an abuser may shower their partner with affection to gain trust. But over time, behaviors that seem innocent can lead to a controlling dynamic.

Victims of domestic violence turn to My Sisters’ Place for safety, encouragement, and empowerment skills. A recent partnership with the City of Chandler Municipal Court is making their transition a little easier.

Susan reached out to Pathways in the height of the pandemic seeking support. The Pathways program is a community-based resource provider that helps victims of domestic violence in Maricopa County. This three-part team helps survivors by providing free counseling, support groups, and mobile victim advocacy.

“I didn’t think he would try to kill me. My little girl is going to see my die.” That was the moment that changed everything. Ashley knew getting out and getting safe was a matter of life and death for her daughter and her unborn child.

Domestic violence impacts all socioeconomic communities across our nation. Most individuals know of someone in their personal life that has been impacted by domestic violence.