With a ring for my finger these words he said
"I promise to cherish honor and respect"
So why did he hit me and why did he yell
Why did he stand there when down the steps I fell...
If you or someone you know is living in a violent or controlling relationship I urge you to seek help.
Shelbyville Indiana City Police Department
Shelby County Victim Assistance
If you live in Indiana the following shelters and other resources are available:
Turning Point - Columbus Indiana
800.221.6311 - Crisis Line 812.523.3472 - Shelter Line
Jefferson County Outreach Office - 812.265.3910
Johnson County Outreach Office - 317.736.8666
Shelby County Outreach Office - 317.398.5682
Shelby County Prosecutor Office victim assistance - 317.398.5535
Decatur County Outreach Office - 812.663.4738
Indianapolis
Indianapolis Salvation Army - 317.637.5551
Holy Family Shelter - 317.635.7830
The Julian Center Crisis Line - 317.251.7575
Morgan County
Desert Rose Foundation, Inc
765.342.ROSE
(765.342.7673)
Morgan County Prosecutor Office Victim assistance - 765.342.1050
Brown County
Prosecutor Victim Assistant - 812.988.5470
Terry Moore -President. Program for
Batterers Intervention.
Mike McCarty-President. Mike is nationally know for his work in Domestic
Violence and Task Force Development. Additionally he provides training for
the Indiana State Police Academy.
The Domestic Violence Network of Greater
Indianapolis. Providing training and other services.
Look for the book "Here Our Voices" published by the DVNGI at
all Border's Book stores. This is a collection of poems and essays by
survivors throughout the Indiana area.
Fresh Start is a domestic violence advocacy and transitional support program.
