Beaux Wrote:Oh East...I feel so trapped. All the collected problems at work have left me lower than broke. If there were a way for me to leave tonight, I would. I am just praying that when the income tax returns come in I will have the money to file for divorce. I don't see any way of leaving otherwise. I am an emotional wreck.
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I have GOT to get away from him! He is emotionally abusive, financially abusive, and on more than one occasion he has been physically abusive. Being laid up like this has left me fearing for my safety. In no way do I trust him any longer.
~Beaux
Beaux, you have options available right now to get out of there. You are just not thinking clearly because you are an emotional wreck. Please consider making a phone call right away. Money is not the issue.
Option 1: Call your friend and ask to stay with her for a few days.
Option 2: Salvation Army has emergency housing for men. I do feel you are in an urgent situation here.
Salvation Army
Men's Shelter and
Transitional
Housing Facility
Provide emergency
housing (up to 3
months)
Tri-County Men only, must be
employed or actively
pursuing, w/no violent
history and no sex
offender status
Shelter
costs $60
per month
4248 Dorchester Rd., North
Charleston, SC 29405
(843) 747-5271
x18
Bill Murray (843) 747-8470
http://www.salvationarmycharleston.org
Option 3: Call these folks because they will have all the referrals you need.
Charleston Domestic Violence Services
(Charleston Police Department)
http://sc-charleston.civicplus.com/?nid=629
Address: 180 Lockwood Boulevard
Charleston, SC 29403
Maps and Directions
E-Mail:
[email protected]
Phone: 843-720-2473
Description: Provides a direct and confidential line for survivors and victims of domestic violence. Also provides assistance with various needs, including shelter, victim compensation, explaining the criminal justice system and helping with survival tips and safety plans. Community referrals also made.
DO NOT THINK THAT MONEY IS AN OBSTACLE FOR YOUR SAFETY. All of these services will work with you right now, tonight, to get you somewhere safe, even if you don't have a dime in your pocket.