October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time to advocate for domestic violence survivors, and educate communities about the topic and break down stigmas.
One of the organizations standing up to educate the community and provide safety and resources for domestic violence survivors is Rivers of Hope in Monticello, which serves Sherburne and Wright Counties.
Domestic violence is a pattern of behaviors used to establish and maintain control over a family member, household member or intimate partner. Domestic violence includes physical abuse, financial abuse, emotional abuse, verbal abuse, sexual abuse, digital abuse, threats, intimidation, coercion, isolation and more…