Department of Family Services - Domestic and Sexual Violence Services

Fairfax County, Virginia

CONTACT INFORMATION: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

703-324-5730
TTY 711

DFSinfo@fairfaxcounty.gov

12011 Government Center Parkway, Pennino Building, Floor 7, Suite 740
Fairfax, VA 22035

Toni Zollicoffer,
Director

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Domestic and Sexual Violence Services - Community Engagement Toolkit

The Department of Family Services' Domestic and Sexual Violence Services (DSVS) offers compassionate and comprehensive state-accredited programs for women, men, teens and children who have been affected by domestic and sexual violence, stalking and human trafficking. Use this community engagement toolkit (talking points, social media and more) to help spread the word throughout the community about DSVS' work and services available during COVID-19.

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You can’t be safe at home if you’re not safe at home. For tips on safety planning, call the Fairfax County Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline 703-360-7273. This information is available in Arabic, English, Farsi, Korean, Spanish and Vietnamese. https://bit.ly/2X7XLjz #StaySafeatHome #FairfaxCountyFamilyServices #DFSHereForYou #FFXCOVID

Did You Know: Fairfax County’s Domestic and Sexual Violence Services division provides services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline 703-360-7273. https://bit.ly/2SlikFU #StaySafeatHome #FairfaxCountyFamilyServices #DFSHereForYou #FFXCOVID

Eight out of 10 rapes are committed by someone the victim knows. For support, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline 703-360-7273. https://bit.ly/2SlikFU #StaySafeatHome #FairfaxCountyFamilyServices #DFSHereForYou #FFXCOVID19

Did You Know: Nearly 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men will be the victim of sexual violence at some point in their lives. To learn how to start the conversation about preventing sexual violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline 703-360-7273. https://bit.ly/2SlikFU #StaySafeatHome #FairfaxCountyFamilyServices #DFSHereForYou #FFXCOVID

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Fairfax County offices are closed but Domestic and Sexual Violence Services is still here for you, 365 days a year. Call us on the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline 703-760-7273. Can’t call safely? Text LOVEIS to 22522 to connect with the National Domestic Violence Hotline. #FairfaxCountyFamilyServices #DFSHereForYou #FFXCOVID

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You can’t be safe at home if you’re not safe at home. For tips on safety planning, call the Fairfax County Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline 703-360-7273. This information is available in Arabic, English, Farsi, Korean, Spanish and Vietnamese. Learn more: https://bit.ly/2X7XLjz #SafeAtHome #FFXCOVID

Being quarantined at home can be stressful. Plan activities with your children that make them feel good, like reading or listening to music. For more ideas, call the Fairfax County Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline 703-360-7273. https://bit.ly/2SlikFU #FairfaxCountyFamilyServices #SafeAtHome #FFXCOVID

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Staying home might not feel safe during these stressful times. If someone is hurting or threatening you, we can help: https://bit.ly/2X7XLjz #FairfaxCountyFamilyServices #FFXCOVID

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Eight out of 10 rapes are committed by someone the victim knows. Support is available for victims of sexual violence at all times, including during this health crisis. Call the Domestic and Sexual Violence Services Hotline for help 24 hours a day at 703-360-7273. You can also chat online with RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) https://bit.ly/2xwDoSC. Call 911 if you are in immediate danger. https://bit.ly/2UPmaY3 #FairfaxCountyFamilyServices #FFXCOVID

Survivors of sexual violence face the added stresses of the COVID response and the challenges of social distancing and isolation. Self-care exercises can decrease stress levels and increase resilience. Call the Fairfax County Domestic and Sexual Violence Services Hotline for help 24 hours a day at 703-360-7273. You can also chat online with the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network https://bit.ly/2xwDoSC. Call 911 if you are in immediate danger. https://bit.ly/33Wfewr #FairfaxCountyFamilyServices #FFXCOVID

The Inova Ewing FACT Department is open and providing medical care to sexual and domestic violence assault victims. Evidence collection and medical care after an assault are free. For more information about confidential assistance after an assault, call the Fairfax County Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline: 703-360-7273. You can also chat online with RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) https://bit.ly/2xwDoSC. In immediate danger? Call 911. #FairfaxCountyFamilyServices #FFXCOVID

Did You Know: Nearly 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men will be the victim of sexual violence at some point in their lives. Learn how to start the conversation about preventing sexual violence. Call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline: 703-360-7273. https://bit.ly/2SlikFU #StaySafeatHome #FairfaxCountyFamilyServices #FFXCOVID

Reproductive coercion: when your partner won’t let you see your doctor, sabotages your birth control, forces you to have sex without protection, or threatens your pregnancy. And it’s a type of sexual abuse. If you need support, call the Fairfax County Domestic and Sexual Violence Services 24-Hour Hotline 703-360-7273. https://bit.ly/2SlikFU #FairfaxCountyFamilyServices #FFXCOVID

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Nearly 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men will be a victim of sexual violence. If this is you, get support from the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline 703-360-7273. https://bit.ly/2SlikFU #FairfaxCountyFamilyServices #FFXCOVID

The Inova Ewing FACT Department is open and providing confidential medical care to sexual and domestic violence assault victims. Call the Fairfax County Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline 703-360-7273. https://bit.ly/2SlikFU #FairfaxCountyFamilyServices #FFXCOVID

Eight out of 10 rapes are committed by someone the victim knows. Get 24/7 support from the Domestic and Sexual Violence Services Hotline 703-360-7273. https://bit.ly/2SlikFU #FairfaxCountyFamilyServices #FFXCOVID

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You can support a friend or family member being abused in many ways. Learn how at the Fairfax County Domestic and Sexual Violence Services 24-Hour Hotline 703-360-7273 https://bit.ly/3dtJlz9 #FairfaxCountyFamilyServices #FFXCOVID

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Learn the many ways you can support a family member or friend being abused at the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline 703-360-7273. https://bit.ly/3dtJlz9 #FairfaxCountyFamilyServices #FFXCOVID

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Phones and computers help us stay connected while social distancing. But a partner can abuse technology to monitor your actions. Consider: deleting call and browser logs, using a virtual phone service like Google Voice, or getting a pay-as-you-go phone. Learn more about digital abuse on the Fairfax County Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline 703-360-7273. https://bit.ly/2SlikFU #FairfaxCountyFamilyServices #FFXCOVID

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