Most abuse doesn’t start with violence. It starts with control that looks like love — constant texting, always wanting to be together and hating when you’re apart.
In this episode, Kristy Warren, Executive Director of the Montgomery County Family Justice Center Foundation, walks through the subtle warning signs most people miss and how they’re helping survivors break the cycle.
She shares their unique approach to making sure no survivor has to go back, the surprising role technology plays in abusive relationships, and why prevention starts with teens learning what a healthy relationship looks like.
If you or someone you know needs help, resources are available right here in Montgomery County.
The Montgomery County Family Justice Center Foundation mourns the loss of Cheryl Kravitz, a valued former board member and longtime advisor whose strength, warmth, and voice made a lasting impact on our organization and community.
Cheryl was fun, fearless, and deeply committed to helping others. As a survivor and advocate, she shared her strength and passion generously, using her voice to raise awareness and inspire courage in others. She served on the MCFJCF Board of Directors for many years and continued to support the Foundation as a trusted member of our advisory board.
We are deeply grateful for Cheryl’s years of service, leadership, and friendship. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Our thoughts are with her family and loved ones during this difficult time.
Our mission is to help end domestic violence and abuse of all ages. We do this by raising awareness through education and providing resources and programs that assist victims of abuse.
By working with community partners to harness our combined resources, we provide support to victims of domestic violence and their children; and promote healthy dating relationships among teenagers.
We are dedicated to ending violence and abuse of all ages and promoting healing after abuse.
The Montgomery County Family Justice Center Foundation (MCFJC Foundation) raises awareness and provides support to victims of power-based violence, including domestic violence, elder abuse, and teen dating violence. We strengthen services at the Family Justice Center (FJC) by removing barriers that prevent victims from accessing assistance and ensuring their safety. Our work promotes healing and fosters healthy relationships for victims and their children.
