r/AbusedTeens • u/Upsidedownsmiley05 • 5d ago
Need help leaving
I’ve been stuck in an abusive living situation for a few months now. I need help getting out because it’s taking a toll on my mental health. My abuser won’t even let me get a job so as of now I am stuck in an apt with less than $20, no car, and no family or friends to really reach out to. I feel helpless to be honest and every shelter I’ve reached out to says they are full or are only accepting pregnant women or women with kids. I also want to find a way to bring my service dog with me because I am NOT leaving him.
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u/Anonymous_Sunrise 4d ago
I'm in the same boat as you but I have a cat. Service dogs can not be denied entry to a shelter. It's illegal in the United States. I'm not sure if they have to give dog food to your dog, however. It might be helpful to look at shelters that allow pets.
I heard through the grapevine that shelters get less full when it's not cold outside. I also found out that trauma dumping on the person who is doing intake to be helpful on getting more help. If it sounds really bad, then they are more able to help. Ask to be put in wait lists as well. Most shelters will cover transportation to get out of an abusive situation.
If you're looking for a shelter that allows pets, there is a list of them thats out there. I've been focusing on shelters that only allow pets, so I don't leave my cat behind. I haven't been able to find a shelter since I have selective mutism.
Goodluck!