The pandemic has led to an increase in incidents of domestic violence. Domestic violence among couples unsurprisingly has an adverse effect on the children and elderly who are also present at home. The stay at home orders may lead many to feel isolated and helpless.
There is a light of hope in these circumstances in the form of organizations that are dedicated to serving communities in such dire circumstances. Following are a few links of organizations that are committed to combat domestic violence:
http://www.interimplace.com
https://vspeel.org
https://salvationarmy.ca/what-we-do/in-your-community/housing-and-shelters/