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Triangle domestic violence organizations see uptick in cases
When COVID-19 started to affect North Carolina and stay at home orders were issued, domestic violence agencies across the state predicted the move would result in an increase of cases.
Triangle domestic violence organizations see uptick in cases, make changes during stay-at-home orders.
5/16/2020
Increase in domestic violence cases during pandemic
Chapel Hill’s Compass Center reported an increase in domestic violence clients in March 2019 compared to March 2020, with 231 clients served last year and 267 this year, a 15.6% increase.
For some domestic violence victims, ‘stay at home’ means being trapped with an abuser.
4/01/2020
Compass Center taking novel approach to helping survivors
Since its founding in 2012, Compass Center has provided services in prevention, crisis and long-term stability for survivors of domestic violence in Orange County and surrounding areas. Get to know more about Compass Center's novel approach to helping individuals who have experienced domestic violence.
3/29/2020