When an individual is in a domestic violence relationship, it can be difficult for them to reach out for help, as abusers will often track their victims' communications.

Andrea Kocher is the Director of Services at Willow Tree Missions in Piatt County and indicates that their agency has taken great strides to give victims an opportunity to be discreet in their efforts to seek help.

According to Kocher, the agency recently implemented a text line that victims can reach out to as well so the conversation can be under wraps that way as well.

The number for both the hotline and the text line is 217-762-2350. You can also visit willowtreemissions.org or find them on Facebook for more information.