New Jersey Domestic Violence Crisis And Support Resources

New Jersey Bar Association Foundation
The Foundation maintains a free videotape loan library on a wide variety of law-related topics. The Foundation lends videotapes to individuals, schools, community groups and senior citizen centers in New Jersey only. Call to order: (732) 249-5000.

Suggested tapes include:

"Domestic Violence: Behind Closed Doors"
This program shows how people can and have said "Enough!" to violence. The video showcases women, men and children who offer proof that violence can be stopped, that healing is possible if there is someone to help. The program also shows the social and legal services that make the difference. Appropriate for high school and adult audiences. (28 minutes)

"Domestic Violence Restraining Orders: How to Present Your Case"
Instructs victims of domestic violence on how to organize and present testimony and evidence in court to obtain a restraining order to protect them from their abusers. This videotape was co-sponsored by the New Jersey State Bar Foundation and Alternatives to Domestic Violence, a division of the Bergen County Department of Human Services. Appropriate for adult audiences. (16 minutes)

Family Violence: Breaking the Chain"
This program looks at how the abused and the abuser are affected; the dangers children of repeated violence may encounter in their own relationships; the problems of date violence; and the physical and emotional abuse women suffer from their husbands and lovers. While showing the benefits of therapy, this program also explores shelters, hot-lines and community assistance to ensure security for victims of abuse. Appropriate for junior high and high school audiences.