Resources for victims of domestic violence in Utah

• In Utah, one in three women will experience domestic abuse in her lifetime.

• According to the Utah Domestic Violence Coalition, more than 40 percent of adult homicides in Utah since 2000 have been domestic violence-related.

• Each year approximately 80 children in Utah witness the murder or attempted murder of their mother.

• A recent survey shows that 86 percent of Utah women believe domestic violence is a problem in their communities, and 63 percent believe violence against women is increasing. (Source; Utah Women and Leadership Project: Utah Women Stats)

Several organizations in Utah provide free, confidential support and resources.

Holy Cross Ministries of Utah  provides legal services for victims of domestic abuse along with counseling and support. (801) 261-3440, https://hcmutah.org

Utah Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-897-LINK (5465)

Utah Domestic Violence Coalition: www.udvc.org

Twenty Utah organizations in 16 cities provide help and support for victims of domestic violence. Those cities are Blanding, Brigham City, Cedar City, Kaysville, Logan, Moab, Ogden, Orem, Park City, Price, Richfield, Salt Lake City, South Jordan, St. George, Tooele, Vernal and West Jordan. For information by zip code, visit domesticshelters.org. The website also provides information on how to get a personal protection order.