Resources
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Contact the California Family and Domestic Violence Referral Directory or the National Domestic Violence Hotline (800-799-SAFE, 800-787-3224 for the hearing impaired) for a list of resources in your area, including:
- Shelters and related services -- safe, temporary housing and meals; support groups, individual counseling and court advocacy
- Court advocates and legal services -- assistance in restraining orders, child support, divorce and custody and visitation. Many court advocate services are free or low cost.
- Domestic violence counselors or therapists -- professionals in private practice or community agencies specialize in working with victims of abuse or batterers.
- Community services -- temporary housing, emergency cash, food and clothing for people in crisis.
- Batterers intervention programs -- court-mandated treatment for people convicted of battering.
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