Domestic Violence Services in Lake of the Ozarks
Free, confidential support and resources for survivors of domestic violence and their children.
Understanding Domestic Violence
Domestic violence is not just physical abuse. It can be emotional, verbal, financial, or sexual — all forms of power and control. Survivors may feel trapped, isolated, or unsafe in their own homes.
CADV is here to provide safety, advocacy, and pathways to healing for survivors in the Lake of the Ozarks area.
How CADV Supports Survivors of Domestic Violence
24-Hour Hotline
Immediate, confidential help from trained staff or volunteers.
Crisis Intervention
Support to stabilize emotions, clarify issues, and explore safe options.
Court Advocacy
Guidance, accompaniment, and support through the legal system.
24-Hour Hotline
Immediate, confidential help from trained staff or volunteers.
Support Groups
Weekly groups in Miller, Morgan, Benton, and Camden counties. Call (573) 346-9630 for details.
Aftercare and Community-Based Services
Goal planning, referrals, and safety planning for long-term recovery.
Crime Victims Compensation Assistance
Help filing for Missouri’s Crime Victims Compensation Fund.
Counseling Referrals
Connections to professional counseling resources.
Am I Experiencing Domestic Violence?
You may be experiencing abuse if your partner:
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Insults, humiliates, or threatens you.
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Controls your finances, activities, or relationships.
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Uses intimidation, isolation, or manipulation to maintain control.
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Physically harms you or threatens to harm you or others.
If any of these resonate with you, you are not alone — CADV is here to help.
Help Break the Cycle of Domestic Violence
When you give your time, resources, or financial support, you make it possible for survivors to find safety and healing. Together, we can build a stronger Lake of the Ozarks community.