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This ten week group provides women with the opportunity to gain information and understanding about issues related to family law. Topics include; Family Court Process and Procedures, Safety Planning/Criminal Harassment, Custody and Access and Working More Effectively with Your Lawyer. The group also allows women to meet with and hear from other women in similar circumstances. Family Law and Community Resource Professionals such as lawyers, DRPS Victim Services and Shelter Transitional Workers participate as guest speakers.
Geared toward women abuse survivors who are currently or who will become involved in the Family Law System. The aim is to increase a woman's knowledge and awareness of the family court system / process and to empower her within that process. This group will offer information on family law issues, as well as focus on recovery after abuse.