How to get out of this abusive place...

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Ashley.IDK
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How to get out of this abusive place...

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Hi. My name is Bradley. I am a 15 year old girl who badly needs to get away from my dad who abuses me. I have proof that he's abuse me, i mean scars and bruises by that. Basically my question is how can i do that. I know about the custody thing where I can live with my mom but i know that costs about 2,000 and I don't have that kind of money. So is there anything else I can do ?
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Re: How to get out of this abusive place...

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The best step would be to contact your local department of children and family services. You can also ask a school nurse or counselor to file a report with them on your behalf, if you prefer and are enrolled in school.

If you need help finding that department, we can help you do that if you'll share your zip code.

In the meantime, is there somewhere you can go that's safe for a couple of days, like a friend's house?
Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has. - Margaret Mead
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Ashley.IDK
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Re: How to get out of this abusive place...

Unread post by Ashley.IDK »

No, and my zip code is 77066
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Heather
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Location: Chicago

Re: How to get out of this abusive place...

Unread post by Heather »

The number to report abuse or neglect listed for your county is: 1-800-252-5400.
Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has. - Margaret Mead
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