Before arriving at Human Options, Hilary was a devoted stay-at-home mother, nurturing her two children with love and care. Her life, however, was overshadowed by ongoing abuse at the hands
By: Arezoo Roa, Sr. Prevention & Strategic Partnerships Director The start of a new school year always feels like a blank page full of promise, energy, and possibility. Campuses buzz
Before the abuse, Sarah was a woman full of dreams, a resilient, hopeful mother determined to build a life filled with love and opportunity for her children. Despite a complicated
Before joining Human Options, Talia was residing with her abuser and had recently given birth to her sixth child. At this juncture, the severity and danger of the abuse necessitated
Meredith, an assistant for the County of Orange, always dreamed of a better life for herself and her three daughters. In 2018, she and her partner purchased a home together,
By: Mieka Bledsoe, LMFT, Clinical Program Supervisor Relationship violence doesn’t discriminate based on age. Despite societal misconceptions, older adults face unique challenges when experiencing relationship violence. When we think
By: Arezoo Roa, MSW, Prevention & Community Education Director In every corner of the world, behind closed doors, and within seemingly peaceful communities, relationship violence and sexual assault cast long
By: Young Lin, Therapeutic Program Supervisor Last October, we detailed the cycle of violence and signs to spot that indicate someone might be in an abusive relationship without realizing it.
At just 14 years old, Michelle found herself navigating a tumultuous relationship, lacking support from family and friends. By 17, she became a mother, bearing the responsibility of caring for
By: Mieka Bledsoe, LMFT, Clinical Program Supervisor When it comes to understanding the complexity of relationship violence, it can be difficult for bystanders and even victims themselves to recognize abusive behaviors.
