Domestic Violence

Catholic Charities has two programs to help individuals and families facing domestic violence. These programs help provide counseling, support groups, community resources. My Sisters’ Place, our confidential domestic violence shelter, serves individuals and families fleeing violence. The Pathways program is a community-based resource provider that helps victims of domestic violence in Maricopa County. This three-part team helps survivors by providing free counseling, support groups, and mobile victim advocacy.

Misconceptions about Domestic Violence

When you hear about domestic violence you probably think of physical or sexual assault. There are other types of domestic violence that are just as devastating. Both men and women experience domestic violence.

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Young Mother Leaves Abuse

If you walked into Emily’s office, you’d never know the lifetime of abuse she experienced daily. Although young, Emily is a hardworking, ambitious employee and an attentive, loving mother. Most people would be envious of the way her life looks, but in truth, she was being abused, physically, emotionally and financially.

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  2. Invisible Victims
  3. Winged Hope Pulls a "Fixer Upper" to Domestic Violence Shelter
  4. Local Grant Helps My Sisters' Place

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