Domestic Violence Shelter

Fill the Truck Event, II

Saturday, June 21, 2008
11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Donation Drop-off Sites:

Hy-Vee: Kimberly Road & Eastern Ave.
Hy-Vee: 53rd & Utica Ridge Road
Hy-Vee: Devils Glenn & Middle Road

Help us make a difference in somone’s life! The Domestic Violence Shelter is in need of supplies and we’re “filling the truck” to help them. Please stop by any of the three Hy-Vee locations. Tell all of your friends and co-workers! Click her for more details and list of items needed by the shelter.

For more information contact Family Resources at 563/326-6431.

DOVE Women's Golf Tournament

Ladies, sign up to golf in the DOVE (Domestic Violence Ended) Women's Golf Tournament on June 25th. Download your golfer sign up form.

Shelter is a safe place . . .

The Family Resources, Inc. Domestic Violence Shelter has been an important part of ending violence in our community since 1992. The shelter is open to all women and children fleeing a domestic violence relationship. We serve both the immediate Quad City community, as well as those fleeing violent relationships from other states. It is important that victims understand our location is a confidential one, and that we provide a number of services to both victims and their children. When a woman is staying at the shelter, her confidentiality is always protected. We do not release names or any other confidential information to anyone. Our building is also equipped with a number of safety devices such as cameras and alarms so that victims know they are being protected.

See our needs list if you would like to contribute.

Personal Safety Tips

No one deserves to be abused. If things get out of hand, it’s good to have a plan!

When a fight breaks out:

• Move away from the kitchen, bathroom or any place where there are dangerous objects.

• Plan the easiest escape. Decide on a door or window to exit quickly and safely.

• Find a neighbor, friend or family member you can trust to help you and your children, or to call police.

If you decide to leave your partner, plan for safety:

• Every situation is different. Contact us for information on how to plan for safety. Leaving may be risky for you and your children.

• Put some money away. Even if you only save a little bit every week, you need to have some money of your own.

• Make copies of keys and important papers and leave them with a friend, neighbor, or church. Some important items to have: birth certificates, legal papers, a little money.

Ways to stay safe on your own:

• Change the locks on your doors.

• Learn about your legal rights. If you have legal papers to protect you, keep them with you at all times.

• Tell neighbors, friends, landlords or coworkers that your partner no longer lives with you. Keep a safety plan for coming and going, and share it with people you trust. Teach your children about the safety plan.

• If your former partner is dangerous, find someone at work to tell. Show a picture, and ask them to call 911 if your former partner comes around.

• If you need other ideas or a local referral, call us.

Services available at the shelter . . .

• Crisis Line

• Counseling

• Medical Advocacy

• Legal Advocacy

• Childcare Referrals

• Rent/Deposit Assistance

• Housing Referrals

• Children's Programming

• Group Counseling

• Homeless Outreach Services

• Medical Care (On Site)

• Transportation Assistance

• Food and Necessary Living Supplies

• Educational Programs

• Employment Assistance/Referrals

• Community Education/Trainings