The tool is a series of questions the officers asks the victim. Based on the victim’s responses, the officer can determine the chances of the victim dying at their abuser’s hand. It has allowed officers the opportunity to engage in conversation around victim safety in a way that is meaningful, with facts from research to assist in the conversation.
It has also opened the door for Hope House staff to have conversations with very high-risk victims that we were not able to reach in the past. It has been remarkable and exciting to be a part of this program.
We have been thrilled with our continuing work with Raytown, Lee’s Summit, Grandview and Blue Springs Police Departments. The tool has proven to be very useful for both Hope House staff and police officers.
I am very excited that the Independence Police Department recently joined the program. We are grateful they are committed to addressing the issue of domestic violence.
Together, we do make a difference in the lives of those victimized by domestic violence. To break the cycle of DV, it takes the hard work of everyone in our community. This program is doing that, one person at a time.
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