Preparing for Conversations with Parents or Caregivers Who Use Violence in Intimate Relationships
Use this resource as a guide to prepare to talk with parents or caregivers who use violence in intimate relationships.
Domestic Violence
Domestic violence is a pattern of coercive, controlling behavior that is used by a person to gain or maintain power and control over their intimate partner. It can include physical, emotional, economic, or psychological actions or threats of actions that influence another person.
Explore these resources to learn more about domestic violence and how you can support children and families in your program who may be experiencing it.
Strategies to Support Families Who May Be Experiencing Domestic Violence
Programs can use this resource to learn more about working with families and children who may be experiencing violence.
Partnering with Families to Address Domestic Violence
Find resources that program staff can use as a guide to talk with families about healthy relationships and domestic violence in a trauma-informed way.
Tips for Responding to Disclosures About Domestic Violence
Learn about ways to support people who have disclosed or shared their experiences of violence. There are no “perfect words” to say. The key is to simply listen, convey empathy, and offer support.