MIAMI, Fla. – The unknowns with COVID-19 paired with possible economic strain and the potential stress of having children at home while juggling work commitments has local advocates preparing for an uptick in domestic violence calls during the ongoing pandemic.
"If you are a victim of domestic violence, there is help.
"We know from all the studies that children in an abusive home-setting themselves become indirect victims of domestic violence.
"It is important that victims of domestic violence know that we are committed to ensuring that 'safer-at-home' applies to everyone. "
Resources In Miami-Dade and Broward countiesFlorida Domestic Violence 24-Hour Crisis Hotline Call: (800) 500-1119Miami-Dade County Coordinated Victims Assistance Center Call: (305) 285-5900The Advocate Program with locations throughout Miami-Dade County email: info@advocateprogram.comWomen in Distress of Broward County 24-hour crisis hotline: (954) 761-1133Domestic Abuse Shelter of the Florida Keys 24-hour crisis hotline: (305) 743-4440Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office Domestic Violence and Stalking: Call: (305) 547-0140Miami Non Profit Domestic Violence Shelter.