I Want to Leave My Abuser But I Can't Afford To. What Can I Do?Victims sometimes stay with their abuser because they don't know how they will afford to live. Do you want to leave but you're afraid you can't afford to? There are state agencies and other groups that can help you. Here is a list of some groups that can help. Domestic Violence Groups Is your abuser the parent of your children? The court may order your abuser to pay child support as part of the Relief from Abuse order. The court may also order your abuser to leave your home. Subsidized Housing Subsidized housing is help paying the rent. You pay part of the rent and an agency pays the rest. You can also use subsidized housing to buy a home. You may qualify for subsidized housing. Read more on our Apply for Rent Help page. Public Assistance Department of Children and Families (DCF)DCF used to be called PATH or DSW. Do you have a child or children? You may qualify for help from the Department of Children and Families (DCF). DCF used to be called PATH or DSW. You may qualify for help with a first month's deposit on an apartment. You may also qualify for ReachUp, Food Stamps, Medicaid, WIC, or other assistance. You may be able to get Emergency Assistance right away. Churches and Social Service Groups Many churches and other groups will give victims some money. This may help you pay part of a security deposit. Or give your other help so you can leave your abuser. Contact your local church. Or find a community action or other group on our Helpful Groups page. You have a right to be safe. There are laws to protect you and groups to help you. We hope you find this information helpful.
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