Ana’s Story
Ana's Story ~ Shared by a courageous LACASA survivor, this story shows why your support helps empower victims
Maggie’s Story
Maggie's Story ~ Shared by a courageous LACASA survivor, this story shows why your support helps save lives
Ms. Serendipity’s Story: Running for My Life
The day my divorce was final my girlfriends wanted to take me out for a celebration, however, I wasn’t up to going out. They somehow convinced me that it would do me good to get out and relax for a little while. My girlfriends laughed at me when I [...]
Ms. D’s Story: Disillusionment, Terror, Determination & Forgiveness
I was young. I didn’t know. Didn’t know that someone you fall in love with could turn out to be so cruel. Didn’t know that someone you love can end up coming after you with a powerful vengeance. That love can nearly cost you your life. He was 25. [...]
Fast Facts
Fast Facts- 71% of pet-owning women who entered shelters reported that their batterer injured, maimed, killed, or threatened the life of a family pet
- 75% of those threats occurred in front of the family’s children
- 21 states have enacted legislation that include provisions for pets in DV protection orders
- 55% of domestic violence victims report that their pets are very important sources of emotional support, making threats against them particularly devastating