| | | | Domestic Violence UnitCounseling, Advocacy, & Community Resources707.428.7770
fpdinvestigations@ci.fairfield.ca.us National Domestic Violence Hotline1.800.799.SAFE (7233)
24 hours a day/7 days a week/Confidential Domestic Violence is a Crime!The Domestic Violence Unit of the Fairfield Police is committed to arrest and jail offenders who cause injuries to you or your children. Domestic violence is not your fault. Everyone has the right to be safe from threats and violence, especially in their own home. It is possible to change your situation once you ask for help. The Fairfield Police Department, through the Domestic Violence Unit, provides counseling and advocacy services to the victims of domestic violence, free of charge. We recognize that when a domestic violence crime occurs, the whole family can be affected. Therefore, non-perpetrating family members are also entitled to our services. We believe that every victim of domestic violence has: - The right to these services regardless of the offender being prosecuted
- The right to be treated with dignity and respect
- The right to confidentiality (there are some exceptions that will be discussed by the counselor)
- The right to victim's compensation information, when applicable
Our Domestic Violence Unit provides personalized, compassionate and confidential counseling services, which include: - Short term individual counseling and support for victims and their children
- Crisis intervention
- Safety planning
- Emergency shelter assistance
- Assistance with restraining orders and court accompaniments
- Resources and referral services
- Education on domestic violence
Domestic violence puts your children at risk even if you think they don't witness the abuse.Children often hear the conflict and they certainly witness the aftermath, such as bruises, black eyes, or broken bones. Here are some examples of how your child may react to being exposed to domestic violence: - Eating and sleeping disorders (nightmares)
- Separation anxiety
- Aggressive behaviors (anger), regressive behaviors (wetting the bed)
- Difficulty concentrating
- Guilt for not being able to stop the abuse or loving the abuser
- Taking responsibly for the abuse
- Constant anxiety (that another beating may take place)
- Fear of abandonment
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