Sheltering Wings provides resources, support for those impacted by domestic violence

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DANVILLE, Ind. (WISH) — A Danville domestic violence shelter says the most dangerous time for a victim is when they are trying to escape. Research suggests at least 1 in 4 women and 1 in 9 men are suffering from some form of domestic violence.

Decades ago, Sheltering Wings founder Sue Hoffeditz says, she connected with a mother who needed her help.

“The kids were picking out food, and she said, ‘I think I have family in Wisconsin and this food is for our trip.’ I could tell they were leaving. I gave her food and a couple of vouchers for gas and she drove off. To this day, I can visualize her taillights.”

Since that day, Hoffeditz has been making connections. She is now leading the second-largest domestic violence shelter in the state. 

Sheltering Wings serves men, women, and children. Hoffeditz’s church and community helped...