Domestic Violence Survivor Stories

After experiencing domestic violence, Sierra connected with CRC’s compassionate Domestic Violence Housing First team for advocacy and rental assistance. With support from CRC, One Safe Place and her community, she is building greater housing stability and looking toward the future with hope.

At 30 weeks pregnant, Stephanie left an abusive relationship to find safety for herself and her unborn child. With support from CRC’s Carol’s House, transitional housing and other services, she and her baby girl are now thriving as Stephanie builds a safe and stable future for her family.

After experiencing homelessness while caring for her children, Julianna connected with CRC and found a safe, stable home. With ongoing case management and support, she is rebuilding her confidence and creating new possibilities for her family. “I’m confident in tomorrow every day,” she shared.

At 78 years old, Sylvia came to CRC seeking support after experiencing abuse and instability. With advocacy, housing support and other services, she began building a safer, more stable future and shared that she now feels “more hopeful, more secure, and brighter about the future.”

Amelia escaped domestic abuse, leaving everything behind to cross the state to safety. CRC became her steady source of support.

Katrina took courageous steps toward safety and stability. With housing assistance and supportive connections, she secured a home and started rebuilding for her children.

Gabriela arrived at CRC’s emergency shelter with her 7-year-old daughter, Maribel, finding safety and a new beginning for her family.

After tragically losing her eldest son, Sam became trapped in an abusive relationship. Sam left everything behind and spent a year unsheltered for the first time in her life.

Sara shares, "When I think about the profound impact of CRC counseling in my life I am moved beyond words. Did you know that there are people out there in this world whose love for others is so great and so deep that they are willing to give so that a complete stranger can have a better life?"

Liliana’s journey is one of extraordinary courage. Fleeing domestic abuse to a new country with her two young children, 9‑year‑old Lorenzo and 5‑year‑old Leonel, Liliana was determined to create a better life for her family.

At 68, Camila never expected to start over. But she was living in an abusive situation and made the courageous decision to leave.

Sheila and her two-year-old daughter, Lisa, found refuge with CRC after fleeing a dangerous situation of domestic violence.