Stories
Many people survive and escape abuse every year. Here are some of their stories.
Survivor Story: Danielle Richards
I am a survivor of domestic abuse. In September 2018, I walked into the DAP office. The first person I saw was the receptionist and I explained to her, with…
Survivor Story: Heather Strain
It was my fault. He won’t do it again. I love him. He promised me he would change. I could give a million reasons why I stayed and why I…
Survivor Story: Victoria Rose
Victoria Rose is an author, mother and survivor of domestic violence. The abuse began with name-calling: “You’re ugly, old and fat.” The emotional abuse- yelling, degradation and guilt- chipped away…
Survivor Story: Denise Escher
On Valentine’s Day, 2009, my then husband, stabbed me 11 times with five separate kitchen knives while our six and three- year- old sons watched in horror. It was a…
Survivor Story: Faith
What an amazing journey life has brought me. Everything that was set to kill me has actually brought me to this beautiful place called “Freedom”. Freedom from my past. Never…
Survivor Story: Demi Moore
By Demi Moore As a survivor of domestic abuse, each day brings a sense of peace and healing. To those of you reading who have been victims of domestic abuse,…
Survivor Story: Charles DeLeon
Not My Secret to Keep By Charles De Leon For years I have tried to find out how people heal and move on from shame. In my search I have…
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