Iyke Onuoha

Dawn Center of Hernando County is a certified domestic and sexual violence center dedicated to breaking the cycle of violence by providing no-cost supportive services for victims and survivors. The organization aims to dismantle barriers of stigma, silence, and shame, fostering a community free from violence and abuse. With a range of services including a 24-hour crisis hotline, legal advocacy, outreach support, and emergency shelter, Dawn Center offers comprehensive assistance tailored to the needs of women, men, and children affected by domestic and sexual violence. Their trained advocates prioritize empowerment, supporting survivors in making informed decisions and accessing vital resources for healing and recovery. Generated from the website

The Pittsburgh Alcohol Intervention mentioned above notes that interventions that are conducted without professional moderation run the risk of being "dangerous and very counterproductive." The point of the intervention is not to confront the addict with a list of his wrongdoing, but to get the addict to accept the offer of help (treatment).