Helping Victims Becomes Challenging as Domestic Violence Calls Surge in Orange County

Helping Victims Becomes Challenging as Domestic Violence Calls Surge in Orange County
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As Orange County, California, experiences a surge in domestic violence calls related to the COVID-19 pandemic, locals are rallying to ensure resources are available to those in need.

Mandatory stay-at-home orders have increased the threat to potential victims, a local outreach program director told The Epoch Times—and children are at further risk, now that schools are closed.

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Jamie is a California-based reporter covering issues in Los Angeles and state policies for The Epoch Times. In her free time, she enjoys reading nonfiction and thrillers, going to the beach, studying Christian theology, and writing poetry. You can always find Jamie writing breaking news with a cup of tea in hand.
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