Domestic Violence Services
Domestic Violence Services for Denver, CO and the Surrounding Areas
Family Tree Domestic Violence Services keep survivors and children who have experienced domestic violence, sexual assault and/or stalking safe through our crisis line, emergency shelter, safety planning, legal advocacy and linkages to community resources. All services are available in English and Spanish and we will work with those needing languages other than English and Spanish through utilizing interpretation services.
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Contact us
24-hour DV crisis line: (303) 420-6752
Roots of Courage
Phone: (303) 420-0412
Domestic Violence Services
Phone: (720) 856-2344
Email: DVS@thefamilytree.org
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What Is Domestic Violence
Domestic violence is a pattern of coercive control in an intimate relationship which may be characterized by isolating and controlling behaviors, manipulation and/or intimidation to create an atmosphere of fear and other forms of abuse. Domestic violence is a choice; it is about power and control, not love and respect. Domestic violence occurs in all socioeconomic backgrounds, cultures, age groups, sexual orientations, ethnicities and cultures.
Red Flags
Below represent some red flags within relationships, which are validated by research:
- Obsession with weapons
- Access to/prior threats with a firearm
- Whirlwind courtship/relationship
- One who chooses abusive behavior is unemployed or underemployed
- Escalated threats of suicide
- Decompensation
- Estrangement/separation from survivor
- Prior strangulation attempts
- Violation of protection orders
- Stalking/monitoring
- One who chooses abusive behavior is possessive of survivor
- Threatens to kill survivor (and/or children, threats to kill survivor’s family members, friends, etc.)
- Significant losses (housing, employment, custody of children, etc.)
- History of drug/alcohol use/abuse
- Believes/knows survivor is pregnant
- History of domestic violence or non-domestic violence assaults
- Pending legal actions
- One who chooses abusive behavior believes or knows survivor is in a new relationship
Safety Planning
A safety plan is a personalized, practical plan that includes ways to remain safe while in a relationship, planning to leave, or after you leave. Safety planning involves how to cope with emotions, tell friends and family about the abuse, take legal action and more. Here are some ways to plan for your safety:
- Have important phone numbers nearby for you and your children. Numbers to have are the police, hotlines, friends and Family Tree.
- Identify friends or neighbors you could tell about the abuse. Ask them to call the police if they hear angry or violent noises. If you have children, teach them how to dial 911. Make up a code word that you can use when you need help.
- Determine ways to get out of your home safely and practice ways to get out.
- Find safer places in your home where there are exits and no weapons. If you feel abuse is going to happen, try to get yourself to one of these safer places.
Domestic Violence Trainings & Workshops
Workshops Designed to Address the Issues of Domestic Violence
Domestic violence affects over 12 million Americans each year. Family Tree’s Domestic Violence Outreach Program provides professional training and education on how to recognize domestic violence and support those experiencing abuse. We are happy to tailor our training to the needs of your group.
These trainings and workshops are great to implement during:
- All-staff/team meetings
- In-service days
- Community service groups
- Brown bag lunches
- Church groups
- Staff trainings
If you are in danger, we encourage you to use a safe computer that cannot be directly accessed by a partner/ex-partner. The Safety Exit button is on the lower left side of this screen.
Contact us
24-hour Domestic Violence Crisis Line: (303) 420-6752
Phone: (720) 856-2344
Email: DVS@thefamilytree.org
Director of Domestic Violence Services: Ariana Castro
Workshops for Professionals and Community Members
Our workshops will discuss the myths, realities, dynamics and impact of domestic abuse. We will explore options and services that are available to survivors. Participants will leave with concrete knowledge, tools and resources to support those who have experienced domestic violence.
Additionally, we can include the following areas of focus in the workshop, as requested:
Impact of Domestic Violence on Youth
Learn the impact of domestic violence on youth and resiliency factors that create healing.
Safety Planning
Acquire skills and tools in developing short- and long-term safety strategies with survivors.
How to Support Survivors
Explore conversation starters and gain tools to support friends, family, or clients in an abusive relationship.
Effects of Trauma on The Brain
Learn how the brain and body react to crisis and common trauma responses of survivors.
In Their Shoes: an interactive activity
This education tool allows participants to move through the experiences of a survivor.
Digital Abuse and Technology Safety
Examine digital tactics of abuse, safety planning considerations and how technology can support survivors.
Family Tree Domestic Violence Services
Hear an overview of Family Tree’s Domestic Violence Services and how to refer survivors for services.
Workshops for Youth
Family Tree offers workshops for middle to high-school aged youth. Some of our class offerings include:
Healthy Relationships 101
Young love can be exciting, but exploring new relationships can also be confusing. In this session, we’ll talk about what a healthy relationship looks like, as well as what behaviors are unhealthy and even abusive. We’ll talk about how to recognize red flags in your relationships and how to set up boundaries to make sure yours stays healthy.
Healthy Digital Relationships
As relationships play out online, it can be hard to know where the line between healthy and unhealthy falls. In this session, we’ll talk about what a healthy digital relationship looks like, as well as what behaviors are unhealthy and even abusive. We’ll look at how to recognize red flags and how to set boundaries to make sure yours stays healthy.
In Their Shoes: Teens and Dating Violence
Designed with the classroom in mind, In Their Shoes is an engaging way to talk about dating abuse and healthy relationships. Participants become one of six characters based on the experiences of real teens. They make choices about their relationships and move through the scenario. This role-playing activity is highly interactive, involving movement and discussion.
Workshops for Teachers, Parents and Youth Service Providers
Healthy Relationships and Teen Dating Abuse
In this session, we’ll discuss the dynamics and warning signs of teen dating abuse, including technology and digital abuse. You’ll leave with tools to talk to teens about dating, help them recognize red flags and empower them to form healthy relationships. You’ll also leave with concrete ways to support a teen who is experiencing abuse. This session will be interactive, involving both discussion and activities.