Domestic Violence Awareness

Recognizing October as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month since 1981, the Family Advocacy Program actively engages communities, individuals, and families. This observance focuses on prevention, awareness, and providing clear pathways for reporting domestic abuse, highlighting both FAP services and valuable community resources.

If you or someone you know need immediate help, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or CHOICES for Victims of Domestic Violence at 614-224-4663.

We welcome your calls for additional information or to schedule a consultation.

Domestic Violence Statistics

Ohio Domestic Violence Fatalities July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021 as reported by the Ohio Domestic Violence Network
View statistics  |  www.odvn.org  |  800-934-9840

  • 131 fatalities in 90 cases
  • 18% of cases involved children at the scene
  • 86% of fatal incidents involved guns
  • 17 fatalities were third-party fatalities
  • 15 young victims were killed
  • 22 cases involved a both a homicide and suicide

Resources to Assist Families and Reduce Stress

Standing Witness Exhibit

Esteban Lorenzo Cargo Harless

Age 4

Penelope Arcadia Harless

Age 3

Avielle Magdalena Harless

Age 1

Appollo James Moises Cargo Harless

Age 11 mo

Gaberien Clevenger

Age 22

Amanda “Mandi” Mangas

Age 23

Kathy Landino

Age 40

Ashley Biggs

Age 25

Stephanie Hunter

Age 53

Robert Caldwell

Age 35

Grace & Caleb

Ages 11 & 14

Anonymous Boy

Survivor

Anonymous Boy

Survivor

Gaberien Amy

Survivor

Cassandra Anderson

Survivor

Tina Young

Survivor

Jenna Lee

Survivor

Amy Dudley

Survivor

Diona Clark

Survivor

Leslie Terry

Survivor

Chris

Survivor

Patrick Dati

Survivor

Zach

Survivor

Scott

Survivor

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    Testimonials

    • “I really enjoyed the Paint More – Stress Less event and the opportunity to switch gears and get creative for a bit. Perked me up!”  
    • “The Sip N Paint event was wonderful.  Informative in a fun way! Refreshments were delightful as well!!”  
    • “We love the Eggstravaganza event and look forward to it every year.  Thank you!”