If you are being harmed by your spouse or intimate partner, we want you to know that nothing you could have said or done would ever give someone the right to abuse you. It is not your fault – no matter what.

You may feel confused about what to do, and may want only the violence, not the relationship, to end. Like others, you may fear that if you leave, you or your children may be seriously injured, or that you will not be able to support yourself or your children on your own. You may hope that the most recent incident of abuse will be the last, or that your spouse or partner will change if you give him/her one more chance. You may feel alone, and no longer close to people you used to confide in.

We at CVIC are here to listen and believe you. Our hope is to provide you with options for your safety, well-being and future. We believe you should have the freedom to make your own decisions about your future, and it is our goal simply to help you find peace. We can help you with safety planning, protection orders, legal representation, counseling, emergency shelter, career counseling, housing, counseling and supervised visitations or exchanges for your children, and connections to other resources. There is hope. Please call us. Our services are free and confidential.

While most victims of family violence are female, both males and females can be abused, and both are served at CVIC.

What to do if you are being abused.
Types of abuse.
Warning signs for relationship violence.
Effects of family violence on children in the home.

Safety plan:
Please call us at 746-8900 for assistance in making plans to leave and preparing a personalized safety plan.

How to empower children:

• Encourage children to leave the room where violence is taking place.

• Help children understand they are not to blame for the abuse.

• Teach children how to access 911 and other adult assistance.

• Listen to children when they talk about uncomfortable topics.

• Validate children's feelings.

• Encourage children to ask for help and assist them in accessing services.

• Teach children respect for self and others.

Crisis Lines
24-hour line: (701) 746-8900
Toll Free: (866) 746-8900

Office Lines
Main Office: (701) 746-0405
ND TTY: (800) 366-6888
 

If you have any questions, comments or concerns, please feel free
to email us at embracepeace@cviconline.org.