Survivors in Rural Areas

Living in a rural area?

As a survivor living in a rural area, you may face unique challenges. Abusive partners often try to isolate survivors. This is easy to do in rural communities, where there are more barriers than supports.

Graphic depicting a female seated at a table with the elbow of one are on the table top and her hand cupping her face - a thought bubble states He has a gun in the house and I am scared he will use it on me if he finds out I want to leave

Graphic depicting a female person with a head scarf standing with both her hands held at the side of her face and a despondent exporession on her face - a tought bubble reads There are no shelters where I live. I am too afraid to go to the police since my father-in-law is an officer in the local detachment

Graphic depciting one female with both arms on a table and one hand cupping the side of her next - a thought bubble reads I grew up in this town. It's the only place I've ever known. I cannot imagine leaving and having to start over somewhere else.

Graphic depicting one female seated with arms resting on table and one hand cupping her chin with a worries expression on her face - a thought bubble reads Everyone in town knows my husband. he has many friends and is liked by everyone. Nobody would ever believe me.

No matter where you are, we're here for you. You're not alone.

You may feel isolated, but we are here to provide emotional support, information and referrals to services that could be of help to you. We can help you stay safer at home or cope with your situation. You know what's best for you better than anyone. If your situation does not feel safe, trust your instincts. We can help you work out a plan and cover your tracks when you feel ready to leave.

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