Strangulation Support Services
We know asking for help is a big decision. Being strangled is very dangerous and can cause serious injuries, even if you don't feel them right away. See a doctor is important.
If you partner has strangled you, research shows you are 750% more likely to be killed by them. Your safety and well-being matter deeply---and you are not alone.
This page has information about strangulation and support services. You are in control of your next steps, and many people in our community are ready to support you.
Resources from the Alliance for Hope - Training Institute on Strangulation Prevention
- Vital Facts for Victims of Strangulation (available in Spanish)
- Safety Planning Brochure
- Strangulation in Intimate Partner Violence Fact Shee
Local Resources
National Resources
- Domestic Shelters
- National Domestic Violence Hotline
- RAINN | The nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization
The Mayor's Office of Domestic and Community Violence Prevention - Strangulation Multi-Disciplinary Task Force team includes representatives from Winnebago County Sheriff's Office, UW Health SwedishAmerican Hospital, Winnebago County State's Attorney's Office, Rockford Fire, Rockford Police, Family Peace Center, and MERIT.