A Piatt County domestic violence group is seeing a sharp increase in calls from the community for its services.

On the WHOW Morning Show Wednesday, Director of Services at Willow Tree Missions in Piatt County, Andrea Kocher told Regional Radio they assisted 89 families all of last year. So far in 2024, they have surpassed that number.

According to Kocher, it can be difficult to pin down what exactly has gone on to prompt a spike in domestic violence cases. One that comes to mind is the state of the economy and people struggling to make ends meet.

Kocher reminds what domestic violence looks like and the progression it takes in a relationship.

In the weeks ahead, we'll hear more from Kocher about the local trends in Piatt County and how Willow Tree Missions is helping people through whatever situation they may be facing.

Visit willowtreemissions.org for more information on the services available at Willow Tree Missions.