Sue Villilo

For victims of domestic violence, asking for help can be one of the most difficult steps to take. Fear, uncertainty, even shame can be overwhelming. But when victims do reach out for help, they Choose Hope!

The past year and a half has been a challenge for everyone but for victims of domestic violence, it means more time at home with the person who is abusive, it means worrying about exposing your children to more violence when school is remote, it means wondering how in the midst of a global pandemic how you are ever going to escape and if you are brave enough to consider coming into CHOICES shelter will you be exposed to COVID.  We have and continue to see more people needing CHOICES services and violence that has escalated for many.

You can Choose Hope by making a gift today to support LSS CHOICES and those they serve. Together, we can help break the cycle of domestic violence!

This past year has been difficult for everyone, especially those experiencing the additional crisis of domestic violence. As the pandemic progressed, LSS CHOICES for Victims of Domestic Violence saw an increase in the need for our services, including safe shelter. At the same time, the number of calls to our hotline from victims and police officers with a high risk for lethality increased.

You can Choose Hope by donating today! Your gift will support our important work at LSS CHOICES and help transform victims of domestic violence into survivors. You can also join our team of volunteer fundraisers! Click on "Fundraise" to get started now. 

Our 30-minute Choose Hope special aired on October 21 on 10TV reaching thousands of people in our community. If you missed it, click on the Choose Hope video below to understand more about intimate partner violence, hear stories from survivors, and learn about the shelter and services offered at CHOICES.

When you Choose Hope, you give victims hope for safety, hope for peace, hope for healing, and hope for a better future. Thank you for choosing hope!

LSS CHOICES for Victims of Domestic Violence, Franklin County’s only domestic violence focused shelter, offers victims and their children a safe place to go to break the cycle of domestic violence and begin the healing process. Our 24-hour crisis hotline, legal and community advocates, counseling, peer support groups, and other critical services help victims leave behind abusive relationships and create a safer future for themselves and their loved ones.