Leaving an abusive relationship takes immense courage. Absolutely no one should have to do it alone. Whether you’re planning your next step or supporting someone who is, knowing where to turn for help can make all the difference.
October is a month that provides a powerful reminder that help, safety, and healing are available. Below is a list of trusted resources for survivors in Paducah, the state of Kentucky, and across the nation.
Paducah, Kentucky Resources
Merryman House Domestic Crisis Center
Provides emergency shelter, counseling, legal advocacy, and support services for survivors.
📞 270-443-6001 | 🌐 merrymanhouse.org
Lotus Children’s Advocacy & Sexual Violence Resource Center
Supports survivors of sexual violence, domestic abuse, and trauma. Offers crisis counseling, prevention education, and advocacy.
📞 270-534-4422 | 🌐 hopehealgrow.org
Circle of Hope Counseling Services
Faith-filled, trauma-informed therapy for individuals and families seeking healing after abuse or trauma.
🌐 Circle of Hope Counseling Services
Statewide Kentucky Resources
Kentucky Coalition Against Domestic Violence (KCADV)
Coordinates shelters and advocacy programs throughout the state.
📞 502-209-5382 | 🌐 kcadv.org
Kentucky Domestic Violence Association Hotline
Connects survivors to local shelters, legal aid, and resources 24/7.
📞 1-800-544-2022
National Resources
Domestic Violence Hotline
24/7 confidential support, safety planning, and local referrals.
📞 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) | Text START to 88788 | 🌐 thehotline.org
National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN)
Confidential crisis counseling and connection to local sexual assault service providers.
📞 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) | 🌐 rainn.org
Love is Respect
A resource for teens and young adults in dating relationships.
📞 1-866-331-9474 | Text LOVEIS to 22522 | 🌐 loveisrespect.org
💛 A Message of Hope
If you’re reading this and wondering if what you’re experiencing “counts.” Please know this: if you feel afraid, controlled, or unsafe, it counts. You deserve safety, support, and freedom.
At Circle of Hope Counseling Services, we walk beside survivors on the journey. Offering compassion, confidentiality, and faith-rooted therapy to rebuild what was broken.
Help is out there. Healing is possible. Hope is here. 💜
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