St. Johns County is addressing a serious issue: domestic violence. At their first meeting of the month, the County Commissioners paused their usual agenda to focus on this important topic that often goes unnoticed. Commissioner Krista Joseph, representing District 4, stood in unity with the Betty Griffin Center to mark October 2024 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, as reported by St. Johns County's official website.
The data paints a grim picture with over 1,000 domestic violence-related reports filed and the chilling finality of four lives ended in domestic violence-related homicides in St. Johns County last year alone. Betty Griffin Center is on the frontline providing a beacon of hope for those caught in its grip.
Assistance is a call away for those grappling with the repercussions of domestic and sexual violence; the Betty Griffin Center extends its hand at 904.827.0236 or can be reached online at their website, where one can find more in-depth information on the services they offer. Men, women, and children who are in the midst of crisis can find solace and support through the organization's extensive range of services, including a 24/7 helpline, a secured shelter, counseling, support groups, and legal assistance that are crucial in the journey toward healing and normalcy.
