A Note About Abuse
God’s intentions for marriage should never be used to excuse abuse, violence, threats, coercion, or controlling behavior. Biblical teachings concerning covenant, submission, and forgiveness do not require someone to remain in immediate danger.
Internet Safety
Readers who may be monitored can also use:
The National Domestic Violence Hotline warns that internet use can be monitored and may be impossible to erase completely. [thehotline.org] If you believe someone may be monitoring your phone, computer, or internet activity, consider using a device they cannot access when looking for help. A quick-exit button or closing this page will not necessarily remove your browsing history or prevent electronic monitoring.
United States
National Domestic Violence Hotline
- Call: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
- Text: START to 88788
- National Domestic Violence Hotline
- National Domestic Violence Hotline en Español
The official site also includes live chat, safety-planning information, and local-resource information. [thehotline.org]
Louisiana
Louisiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence
- Louisiana Statewide Hotline: 1-888-411-1333
- Louisiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence: Get Help
- Louisiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence: Resources
The statewide hotline is free, confidential, and available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. [lcadv.org], [lcadv.org]
Baton Rouge and Surrounding Areas
IRIS Domestic Violence Center
- 24-hour crisis line: 225-389-3001
- Toll-free: 1-800-541-9706
- IRIS Domestic Violence Center
- IRIS Services
IRIS Domestic Violence Center offers services including safety planning, emergency shelter, counseling and support groups, legal advocacy, and transitional housing. [stopdv.org]
Additional Baton Rouge Support
YWCA Greater Baton Rouge
The YWCA Greater Baton Rouge describes domestic-violence support that includes counseling, practical assistance, housing-related support, and legal advocacy. [ywca-br.org]
International Resources
NO MORE Global Directory
NO MORE says its directory provides links to support services in more than 200 countries, was created in collaboration with the United Nations and World Bank Group, and is checked and updated quarterly. [nomore.org]
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