Anyone in an abusive relationship who needs help cancall the national domestic violence helpline at 800.799.7233.
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Following domestic incidents that turned violent and even deadly in West Michigan over the last few days, a Grand Rapids nonprofit urges people in similar situations to reach out for help.
Holly Wilson, director of client services at Safe Haven Ministries, said although it’s difficult to track trends because domestic violence can go unreported and undetected, the organization has seen an increase for its crisis response program.
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“We know, nationally, about 41% of women and 26% of men are going to experience some type of intimate partner violence in their relationships. And we certainly see that here in Kent County as well,” she said…