San Jose, CA

Yesterday I wrote about speaking for those who are unable to. As a victim of Domestic Violence, I have experience first hand what it feels like to feel trapped and hopeless.

There is the shame of hiding physical and emotional scars from the world around you. Many times I had felt that no one understood what I was going through ore even cared.
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Thankfully there are organizations and people that do care and that are willing to help. These organizations are only a phone call away from helping the abused, batterers, and families of Domestic Violence.

Here are several organizations in Silicon Valley that are willing to help.

Battered Women 24 Hour Hotline
1-800-572-2782

This number will connect you to a counselor 24 hours a day. They also have a main office located at:
1257 Tasman Dr Ste C, Sunnyvale, CA
(408) 541-6100

Maitri
Matri is a national organization that offers help to those from Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and many other places. They do not discriminate because of race, so if you are unable to reach help at the other places, try here.

Maitri has a free number for emergencies, it is 1-800-799-SAFE

Counseling Services For Domestic Violence
This file offers information on counseling for families, teens, and adults. I have worked with The Asian American for Community Involvement of Santa Clara County. During my time there I watched peoples sorrow turn to relief when they found a place for help.

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