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The Cedar Valley Friends of the Family "Friends' House" provides shelter, hope, and healing for families affected by domestic violence and sexual assaultSafety planning, anger management and self-esteem issues with children who have witnessed or experienced domestic violence or sexual assaultProject D.A.T.E. is broken down into four sections: domestic violence, healthy vs. unhealthy relationships, sexual assault/date rape, and sexual harassmentThe Turning Point Rural Housing Project works in partnership with existing human service agencies to provide needed support servicesWelcome to Cedar Valley Friends of the Family, A crisis intervention & prevention agencyStop abuse and violence

If you or someone you know needs help, please do not hesitate to call us or e-mail us. Our crisis line is operated by trained advocates 24 hours a day.

Crisis Line:
319-352-0037
or
1-800-410-SAFE
(1-800-410-7233)

Red Flag Warnings

Not sure if you're in an abusive relationship? Ask yourself these questions:

  • Has your partner ever hit you?
  • Has your partner ever hit a former partner?
  • Does your partner attempt to keep you and your life under strict control?
  • What does your partner do when he or she gets angry?
  • Is your partner overly jealous?
  • Does your partner blame you or others for his or her problems?
  • How does your partner react to your success?
  • What is your partner's family like?
  • Does your partner get violent when drinking?
  • Is your partner able to empathize?
  • Does your partner have extreme mood swings?
  • Can your partner express himself or herself clearly?
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