BREAK THE SILENCE AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Trigger Warning These stories mention occurrences of domestic violence and may be triggering to some users. Some names may have been changed.

Val Johnson Survivor Sister Story

Due to my recent domestic violence experience I am now disabled and not able to return to my 20 year nursing career. I now have to start all over and now am two months behind on all my bills including rent. My disability is almost depleted been off since April 2020 recent August my abuser almost killed me. Plan to go back to school in Jan 2021 and hoping to relocate for my safety but have no money I’ve been asking for donations but not enough to get back on my feet.

Notice: The names in this story are fictitious to protect the request for anonymity.

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