October has been named Domestic Violence Awareness month by the Obama administration. We know that nearly 1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men have suffered from domestic violence by an intimate partner. We need to be aware as both individuals and a community to the signs of domestic violence. In a lot of cases intervention can be the key to prevention. If you or someone you know, has or is suffering from domestic violence please call your local authorities or the toll free National Domestic Hotline;

1-800-799-7233

You can also visit the National Domestic Hotline website for resources and support.