What is domestic violence?

	Hitting, punching, shoving, biting, using weapons
	Forced sexual activity
	Putting down, name calling, playing mind games
	Controlling of all your finances
	Stalking

If you have experienced any of the above forms of abuse, caused by a husband, boyfriend, or intimate partner, you may be a victim of domestic violence.

We can help you!
If you are a victim of domestic violence you could benefit from these services:

Battered Women Shelters

Emergency food, shelter and clothing

 Permanent housing

 Individual or group counseling

 Financial planning

 Emergency transportation

 Legal services

 Health services

 Household establishment skills education

 Independent living skills

 Parenting education

Just let your CalWORKs Eligibility or GAIN Services Worker know that you need help.

If you are a victim of domestic violence and you are ineligible to CalWORKs benefits because of your immigration status, you may be eligible to benefits under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).

Need help right away?

CalWORKs eligible or not, if you need help, you may call:

Los Angeles County Domestic Violence Safety Plan Hotline

1-800-978-3600

365 days a year, 24 hours a day.