The month of October is the month of Domestic Violence Awareness. According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men have experienced physical violence from their partner. Domestic violence tends to have a stigma, only pertaining to physical abuse.

This particular stigma is the reason awareness for this topic, is of importance. Domestic violence can include verbal and emotional abuse, sexual abuse, threats, intimidation, stalking, blackmail, and other negative impacts on a person.

There are resources for people looking for help, including a National Domestic Violence Hotline, which is 1-800-799-SAFE.

There is financial and legal assistance available for victims and domestic violence survivors. In case of emergency, or a life threatening situation dial 911 for help. Oregon.gov has resources available online.

If you or someone you know is in need of help, check out Oregon.gov and type domestic violence into the search bar.

Linfield also offers counseling at the Wellness center. To make an appointment. call the Wellness center at 503-883-2535.