You have a right to live in safety and without fear of abuse. NextStep has offered free, life-changing services to our community members of every gender, sexual orientation, age, race, nationality, religion, and economic status for over 30 years.
What does abuse in a relationship look and feel like?
Hint: You can't always see it.
Break free of domestic violence and help drive global awareness.
Are you a survivor of intimate partner violence who wants to share your experience as a tool for social change?
Has the impact of domestic abuse on your family or friends inspired you to raise awareness for others?
Knowledge is power. The more our neighbors understand domestic violence, the closer we will get to eliminating it in our communities.
Please use the anonymous form below to share your story.
Help change perceptions and grow awareness about what real domestic abuse looks and feels like.
If you are experiencing abuse, or want to support someone who is, call our confidential 24/7 HELPLINE 1–800-315-5579.
Feel supported, every step of your journey.
You do not have to be in crisis to call, nor do you have to leave your relationship.
Call our confidential 24/7 Helpline 1-800-315-5579 to connect with a trained advocate who will listen, judgment-free, and help you understand the right next steps for you. We may connect you with any of our support services listed below and, as needed, assist you to find transportation, pet and child-care, financial planning, and community referrals along your healing journey.
