Do you know someone in an abusive relationship?
Do you recognize any of these common tactics used by an abuser to control their spouse or partner?
--Verbally insults, demeans, or threatens
--Isolates from family, friends, or other people
--Organizes schedules with intent to follow or harass
--Limits mobility or access to money
--Explodes into a rage and assaults physically or sexually
--Strangles, punches, slaps, kicks, or uses other forms of violence
--Excuses each attack and makes promises to change
If you know someone you think is being abused, there are many civilian and military resources available to help victims remain safe.
DOMESTIC ABUSE VICTIM ADVOCATES |
Domestic Abuse Victim Advocates provide a broad range of services to military-affiliated victims of domestic abuse. Advocacy services are provided with the goal of increasing victim safety and autonomy.
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DOMESTIC ABUSE VICTIM ADVOCATES |
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Navy after hours Victim Advocate |
757-438-4180 |
Little Creek-Fort Story |
757-462-7563 |
Norfolk |
757-444-2102 |
Northwest |
757-421-8770 |
Oceana/Dam Neck |
757-433-2912 |
Portsmouth |
757-953-7801 |
Yorktown |
757-887-4301 |
Army (Ft Eustis) |
757-817-6149 |
National Violence Hotline |