Children, the Invisible Victims of Domestic Violence
Facts:
- 63% of boys ages 11-20 incarcerated for homicide did so because of violence in their home.
- 80% of runaways are from domestic violence and child abuse.
- 74 % of kids that commit crimes are from homes where domestic violence occurs.
- Kids from violent homes commit suicide at 6 times the national rate.
- In Ohio, 80% of violent juvenile offenders and adult prisoners come from homes where domestic violence occurred.
Services Provided:
- Support groups for kids 6-18.
- Child case management.
- Visits at school.
- Speaking in the school about dating violence/domestic violence.
- Referrals for services in the community.
- Someone to trust and speak with.
- Extensive personal safety plan.
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