October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month.    Domestic violence happens in all socio-economic levels.   As Oprah likes to say, you never know what’s going on behind other people’s doors.  In Marin, according to  Marin Abused Women’s Services (MAWS), 30% of all emergency room patients are victims of domestic violence.  That’s a high and a highly unacceptable number.

MAWS  has been helping women in Marin for over 30 years.   They provide safety and security for those who leave abusive situations and offer support and education within the community.

If you are in verbal or physically abusive situation they are here to help.  They also rely heavily on donations to keep their operations going.  Visit their website at http://www.maws.org for more information on the valuable services they provide.

Keli