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SUPPORTING VICTIMS + SURVIVORS
IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW NEEDS HELP, CALL OUR 24-HOUR CONFIDENTIAL CRISIS LINE:
IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW IS EXPERIENCING HOUSING, FOOD, OR FINANCIAL INSECURITY UNRELATED TO DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, PLEASE CONTACT ONE OF THESE COMMUNITY RESOURCES
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE RESOURCES + SUPPORT
For victims
Living in an abusive relationship or unsure if what you are experiencing is abuse? MSH is here to provide resources and help you. Our crisis line is available 24/7 at (843) 744-3242 to provide services and safety plan.
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Support Groups for those in or recovering from abusive relationships. Call our crisis line at 843 744-3242 for information! -
Safety Planning - View our safety planning tips here or call our crisis line to work on an individualized safety plan. -
Parents - If you are a parent who is experiencing abuse in your home, it can be very difficult to address it with your children. These tips & tricks may be helpful. -
Is This Abuse? - Unsure if what you are experiencing is abuse? This article may help. -
All relationships exist on a spectrum, find out where yours is here. -
Does your abuser own a firearm? - In an effort to support survivors in cases where abusive partners have access to firearms, the National Domestic Violence Hotline has developed a tip sheet with frequently asked questions to help survivors navigate their unique situations. To view and download this tip sheet, click here. -
LGBTQ Abuse
Emergency
Get support
MSH Crisis Line: Available 24/7 to provide support and an individualized safety plan for you!
FOR FRIENDS & FAMILY
Are you concerned for a loved one or worried a friend may be in an unhealthy relationship? Here are some warning signs:
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Their partner puts them down in front of other people -
They are constantly worried about making their partner angry or upsetting them. -
They make excuses & apologize for their partner’s behavior -
Their partner is extremely jealous or possessive -
They have unexplained marks or injuries -
They’ve stopped spending time with friends and family -
They are depressed or anxious, or you notice changes in their personality -
They frequently cancel plans at the last minute for reasons that sound untrue. -
Their partner is always checking up, calling or texting and demanding to know who they’re with and where they’ve been. -
You’ve seen fights escalate to breaking or hitting things. -
They give up things they used to enjoy such as spending time with friends or other activities. -
Their weight, appearance or grades have changed dramatically. These could be signs of depression, which could indicate abuse.They have injuries they can’t explain or the explanations they give don’t make sense.
EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES
Downloadable PDFs
For employers
If someone is experiencing abuse at home, the effects of the abuse are likely to carry over into the work environment as well. You may notice changes in their behavior at work that could indicate that something is wrong. For instance:
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Excessive lateness or unexplained absences -
Frequent use of ‘sick time’ -
Unexplained injuries or bruising -
Changes in appearance -
Lack of concentration/being preoccupied more often -
Disruptive phone calls or personal visits from their partner -
Drops in productivity -
Sensitivity about home life or hints of trouble at home
MENTAL HEALTH + THERAPY RESOURCES
RECOMMENDED PROVIDERS
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THERAVIVE -
Theravive is a network of licensed therapists and psychologists committed to helping people receive the best mental health care available. Through building bridges with others, we continually strive to lower mental health stigma. 
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COMMUNITY RESOURCES + SUPPORT
For victims
Living in an abusive relationship or unsure if what you are experiencing is abuse? MSH is here to provide resources and help you. Our crisis line is available 24/7 at (843) 744-3242 to provide services and safety plan.
-
Support Groups for those in or recovering from abusive relationships. Call our crisis line at 843 744-3242 for information! -
Safety Planning - View our safety planning tips here or call our crisis line to work on an individualized safety plan. -
Parents - If you are a parent who is experiencing abuse in your home, it can be very difficult to address it with your children. These tips & tricks may be helpful. -
Is This Abuse? - Unsure if what you are experiencing is abuse? This article may help. -
All relationships exist on a spectrum, find out where yours is here. -
Does your abuser own a firearm? - In an effort to support survivors in cases where abusive partners have access to firearms, the National Domestic Violence Hotline has developed a tip sheet with frequently asked questions to help survivors navigate their unique situations. To view and download this tip sheet, click here. -
LGBTQ Abuse
Emergency
Get support
MSH Crisis Line: Available 24/7 to provide support and an individualized safety plan for you!
FOR FRIENDS & FAMILY
Are you concerned for a loved one or worried a friend may be in an unhealthy relationship? Here are some warning signs:
-
Their partner puts them down in front of other people -
They are constantly worried about making their partner angry or upsetting them. -
They make excuses & apologize for their partner’s behavior -
Their partner is extremely jealous or possessive -
They have unexplained marks or injuries -
They’ve stopped spending time with friends and family -
They are depressed or anxious, or you notice changes in their personality -
They frequently cancel plans at the last minute for reasons that sound untrue. -
Their partner is always checking up, calling or texting and demanding to know who they’re with and where they’ve been. -
You’ve seen fights escalate to breaking or hitting things. -
They give up things they used to enjoy such as spending time with friends or other activities. -
Their weight, appearance or grades have changed dramatically. These could be signs of depression, which could indicate abuse.They have injuries they can’t explain or the explanations they give don’t make sense.
EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES
Downloadable PDFs
For employers
If someone is experiencing abuse at home, the effects of the abuse are likely to carry over into the work environment as well. You may notice changes in their behavior at work that could indicate that something is wrong. For instance:
-
Excessive lateness or unexplained absences -
Frequent use of ‘sick time’ -
Unexplained injuries or bruising -
Changes in appearance -
Lack of concentration/being preoccupied more often -
Disruptive phone calls or personal visits from their partner -
Drops in productivity -
Sensitivity about home life or hints of trouble at home