Transitional Housing

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE RESOURCES
Find out some of the various precautions you can take to protect yourself.

TRANSITIONAL HOUSING OVERVIEW

WRC’s Transitional House serves as a bridge between the temporary shelter Alternatives to Abuse and independent living for survivors of domestic violence. WRC features 23 apartments which range in size from efficiency, one-bedroom, and two bedroom units. During the 24 month period of the program the family is moving towards economic independence.

If you are looking for Transitional Housing please contact the Case Manager for availability.

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TRANSITIONAL HOUSING PROGRAM

The number one reason domestic violence victims can’t “just leave” is because they are being financially abused. Transition House is a program that offers a
supportive environment where the survivor can return to school or the workforce. Survivors are given the chance to think about their future and what they want it to look like. Once employed, the families are encouraged to start a savings plan. Through case management and counseling the parent and children will develop skills needed to heal and begin rebuilding a healthy family unit.

PERSONAL SUCCESS STORY

This is the personal story of a recent graduate from the transitional housing program at the Women’s Resource Center.

 

I grew up in a home where I was taught that the role of a woman was to be a mother and a wife. Men were in charge of the family, and the women, whether right or wrong, were always wrong. After graduating from high school, I married at the age of nineteen. During this marriage, my main goal was to raise my children and please my husband. My husband soon learned how to manipulate me by taking advantage of the fact that I wanted to be a good wife.

GETTING STARTED

Your safety is dependent upon your ability to recognize potentially dangerous trends and situations. Good planning on your part is critical. By reviewing this safety information, you can find out some of the various precautions you can take to protect yourself.

  • Protect and Prepare

    Figure out “safe places” in your home – places where there aren’t weapons.
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  • What to Take With You

    Our advocates can help you come up with a personalized safety plan for leaving.
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  • Child Safety

    Teach your children when and how to call 911.
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  • Keep Evidence of Abuse

    Make sure to keep this evidence in a safe place that your abuser will not find.
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  • Pet Safety

    Establish ownership of your pet by creating a paper trail (e.g. obtain a license, have veterinarian records put in your name)
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  • Going to Court

    A protective order can help protect you immediately by legally keeping your partner from physically coming near you.
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  • Develop Plans

    Make a plan for how you are going to leave and where you’re going to go.
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  • Obtaining A Restraining Order

    A protective order can help protect you immediately by legally keeping your partner from physically coming near you, harming you or harassing you or your loved ones.
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  • After You Leave

    If you have the money, think about installing a security system.
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ARE YOU A VICTIM OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE?
Call Our Toll-Free 24-Hour Domestic Violence Crisis Hotline

(760) 757-3500