As the U.S. fights to contain the spread of the coronavirus, vast numbers of Americans are being told to stay home. But what happens when home isn't safe?
Deaths in the U.S. from the coronavirus have reached 115. In 2017, more thanDomestic violence, experts say, is about power and control. In a pandemic, many people feel as though they're losing control andGlenn says some abusers may use the COVID-19 outbreak to exert further control. They may discourage victims from leaving the house altogether. They may say it's not safe to go out with the kids, now home from school and more likely to witness abuse.
Many victims of domestic violence already experience social isolation. Abusers often forbid victims from communicating with their families and friends. Certain populations are especially vulnerable, experts say, including rural victims, communities of color and people who identify as LGBTQ, whoexperience domestic violence at equal or even higher rates compared to their heterosexual counterparts.
Miller said House of Ruth made the decision early on not to close its emergency shelter or its 24/7 hotline. Kimberlina Kavern, senior director of the crime victim assistance program at Safe Horizon, a victim services nonprofit organization, said it's essential all survivors be able to safely access the help they need.Kavern said it's also essential workers have access to paid sick leave, especially for hourly workers and those in the service industry, and assurance that public benefits will continue on time.
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