When “safer at home” isn’t true: What the order means for domestic violence victims

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When “safer at home” isn’t true: What the order means for domestic violence victims

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Governor Tony Evers issued a “safer at home” order on Tuesday, March 24, 2020. The order, which shuts down many non-essential businesses in the state, includes specific language when it comes to domestic violence victims and domestic violence shelters.

The order states, “Individuals whose homes or residences are unsafe or become unsafe, such as victims of domestic violence, are permitted and urged to leave their home and stay at a safe alternative location.”

Those locations can include:

  • Shelters
  • Hotels
  • Motels
  • Etc.

YWCA Rock County continues to serve domestic violence victims in our community. We offer a 24-hour help line, as well as a text line.

For domestic violence victims who need assistance, call 608-752-2583 or text 608-371-9288.

Staff with our domestic violence emergency shelter, transitional living program and CARE House remain ready to help those who need it.

Support Domestic Violence Resources Amid COVID-19

YWCA Rock County is committed to keeping our services operating 24/7 for abuse victims

As the COVID-19 pandemic has created uncertain times for all Americans, it has put additional stressors on families and those living in volatile homes. Stressful situations, such as those created by this pandemic, have historically contributed to an increase in domestic violence and child abuse cases.
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