Welcome to the Women's Shelter of Central Arkansas
Domestic violence should not happen to anybody. Ever.
Period. But
it does - and when it does, there is help. Maybe you have lived with abuse, maybe it happened just once; maybe you work or live
next to someone who is being abused right now. Whoever you are- we are here to HELP. Here you will
find information to help you get support and plan for your safety.
You just need to remember two things: first, abuse is never okay; second, you are not alone…give us a call. We want to
help you – even if you just want to talk to someone.
Find a safe place to stay. It is not fair. You should not have to leave your home because of what your abuser has done. But
sometimes it is the only way you and your children will be safe. The Women’s Shelter of Central Arkansas will provide you and
your children a safe place. All information is kept confidential. For more emergency information click
here.
Safety comes first
You should be aware that your online activities could be monitored. Click
here for more
information on how you can be watched and what you can do to
protect yourself.
Have you been hurt?
If you have been hurt, go to the hospital or your doctor. Medical
records can be important in court cases. Give all the information about your injuries and who hurt you that you feel safe
to give. Sometimes you may not even know you are hurt. What seems like a small injury could be a big one. If you are pregnant
and you were hit in your stomach, tell the doctor. Many abusers hurt unborn children. Domestic violence victims can be in
danger of closed head injuries. This is because their abusers often hit them in the head. If any of these things happen after
a hit to the head, get medical care right away.