Need to keep your location confidential in order to stay safe? The Texas Address Confidentiality Program exists to help victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and abuse, human trafficking, and stalking. The person who wants the protection must enroll in the program. It is administered by the Attorney General of Texas. How it helps The program assigns a substitute address to use. This … [Read more...] about The Texas Address Confidentiality Program
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Covid-19 Tip # 10. Ask for Help if You are Experiencing Domestic Violence
With the stay-at-home orders in place, there is an increase in domestic violence. This is true around the country. Specifically, in our own area, Houston Police Chief Acevedo stated on April 2nd that there is an increase in domestic assault, although some other types of crime in the area have decreased. Anyone can be the victim of domestic violence, no matter what their age or gender. In … [Read more...] about Covid-19 Tip # 10. Ask for Help if You are Experiencing Domestic Violence
Living in an Abusive Situation- Making a Personal Safety Plan
If you (or someone that you know) is living in an explosive, abusive situation, a plan for personal safety is important. The Montgomery County Texas Sheriff Department has an excellent checklist that applies to various stages of the situation. First of all, it is important to know what to do if violence erupts. For instance, know how to get out of the way of anything that could be used as a … [Read more...] about Living in an Abusive Situation- Making a Personal Safety Plan
Divorce is Hard on Pets – Don’t Forget About Them
Divorce is hard on everyone, especially pets. Here are some things to consider if you are divorcing and have one or more pets: Pets can suffer greatly (and silently) when family life is upset. They can't tell you what's wrong so be aware of any changes in behavior. Talk to your vet when indicated. Keep pets safe. Animal cruelty is illegal, period. Threatening or hurting a pet is a form … [Read more...] about Divorce is Hard on Pets – Don’t Forget About Them
Binding Mediated Settlement Agreements in Texas Family Law and Child Safety
Texas Law provides for binding mediated settlement agreements in family law cases. The purpose of this is to encourage Alternative Dispute Resolution. (settlement of a case by a method other than going to trial. Mediation and Arbitration are two methods of alternative dispute resolution). If you go to a family law mediation you may reach an agreement and be asked to sign a Mediated Settlement … [Read more...] about Binding Mediated Settlement Agreements in Texas Family Law and Child Safety
Stop Domestic Violence – “It’s Never Too Late to Change the Road You’re On”
Stop Domestic Violence Domestic violence hurts, kills, and ruins lives. The effects are felt for years, generations even. Making a change requires determination and a willingness to ask for help. While traveling in Fort Worth, I happened to see the beautiful artwork above, which is located at Safe Haven of Tarrant County. At Safe Haven, help and resources can be found for dealing with … [Read more...] about Stop Domestic Violence – “It’s Never Too Late to Change the Road You’re On”
Getting Away from an Abusive Situation
Getting out of an abusive situation can be extremely difficult for a lot of reasons. The most common reasons that someone may stay in an abusive/violent relationship include 1) fear for children or family members 2) fear of retaliation (physical or other, such as embarrassment, interfering on job site) 3) financial reasons 4) concern for the person who is being left. Abuse and violence are … [Read more...] about Getting Away from an Abusive Situation
