October 15, 2019

It's National Domestic Violence Month

Source: NYSUT Communications

It's National Domestic Violence Awareness Month — an excellent time to remind ourselves of a couple of critical things about domestic violence:

1) Anyone can be a victim. While domestic violence predominantly affects women, it's important to remember that people of all races, income levels, ages and gender identities can be victims.

2) Help and information is available. Here are some of the best resources for understanding and dealing with domestic violence, including NYSUT's Social Services.

RESOURCES

Domestic Violence Fact Sheet — Understand the signs and effects of domestic violence as well as who is most likely to be affected and how.
How to protect yourself — Helpful tips from Unity House

GET HELP

Here are some ways you can get help. If you are in immediate danger or are in need of emergency assistance, call 911.

NYSUT Social Services —

NYSUT Social Services is a free and confidential benefit for all members and their families. Tell your concerns to one of our staff professionals, who will make an assessment and suggest options and local services that may improve your situation. No question or concern is unimportant to us.

nysut.org/socialservices

800-342-9810, ext 6206

socsvcs@nysutmail.org

The National Domestic Violence Hotline

https://www.thehotline.org/

800-799-7233 (SAFE)

New York State's 24-hour Domestic Violence Hotline

ENGLISH: 800-942-6906

SPANISH: 800-942-6908

Unity House 24-hour Domestic Violence Hotline

518-272-2370

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It's National Domestic Violence Month