Jackson College has partnered with Henry Ford Jackson Hospital to offer Jackson College students and employees medical care evaluation and treatment from the clinic’s caring staff. A licensed nurse practitioner and technical staff will be in the office to see patients, make diagnosis and assessment, prescribe medications or make referrals. |
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HEALTH CLINIC HOURS
Monday - Thursday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. (virtual care only)
Most appointments will be made virtually.
In-person visits will be made based on individual needs.
Call 517.990.1374 to make an appointment. |
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Domestic violence is a pattern of abusive behavior by a partner within a relationship, to control or maintain power over an intimate partner. One may think that domestic violence is primarily physical abuse, however, there are different types of violence that may occur (The United States Department of Justice (TUSDOJ, 2013).
EXAMPLES OF ABUSE
| • | Physical abuse: Any type of abuse that affects the body. Hitting, biting, slapping, denying medicine or medical care, as well as forcing drugs or alcohol to be ingested.
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| • | Sexual abuse: Forcing or coercing any sexual contact without permission. Marital rape, attacks on sexual body parts, or treating a partner in a demeaning manner.
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| • | Emotional abuse: Excessive criticism, name-calling, undermining one’s own self worth or self esteem.
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| • | Economic abuse: Withholding the advancement of financial freedom by not allowing one to go to work/school. Maintaining control over finances.
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| • | Psychological abuse: Any threatening gesture or intimidation by physical harm to self, children, partner or family. Forced isolation from friends or family, destruction of pets or property (The United States Department of Justice (TUSDOJ, 2013). |
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Domestic violence affects not only the abused, but also has an effect on family members, co-workers, witnesses and the community. It is an epidemic that effects all races, ages, economic status, religion, or educational background (National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV), 2022).
| • | 1 in every 4 women will experience domestic violence in their lifetime |
| • | 85 percent of victims are women |
| • | Children that witness abuse between their parents or caretakers will have a strong risk factor of repeating the behavior |
| • | Females 20-24 years of age are at the greatest risk for being a victim |
| • | 30-60 percent of perpetrators of intimate partner violence also abuse children in the household |
| • | Almost one-third of all female homicide victims in reported police records are killed by an intimate partner |
| • | Intimate partner violence results in more than 18.5 million mental health care visits yearly |
| • | Every 9 seconds a woman is assaulted or beaten |
| • | Domestic violence is the leading cause of injury to women |
| • | On average, there are more than 20,000 phone calls placed daily to domestic violence hotlines |
| • | Domestic violence victims have higher rates of depression and suicide (NCADV, 2022) |
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Leaving an abusive relationship can be dangerous. Before leaving, make a plan (Mayo Clinic, 2011). Consider the following precautions:
| • | Call a shelter or domestic violence hotline for advice. Call when the abuser is not around or from a friend’s house |
| • | Pack an emergency bag that includes clothes and keys. Keep medicine, personal papers and money handy so you can take them on a short notice |
| • | Know where you are going and how you will get there |
| • | Use cell phone and computer cautiously as the abuser may be able to monitor activity. Go to the library or a friends/family if possible (Mayo Clinic, 2011). |
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Domestic violence is an act of intentional battery, physical assault, and/or other abusive behavior perpetrated by an intimate partner against another. If you are experiencing an abusive relationship, there is help. Speak with your healthcare provider, or call the National Domestic Violence Hotline for referral to resources or shelters. 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) Text START to 88788. (National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV), 2007).
CAMPUS RESOURCES
COMMUNITY RESOURCES
| • | AWARE Shelter: 783.2861 |
| • | Victims Rights: 788.4071 |
| • | Jackson Police Department:
| • | Non-Emergency:788.4120 |
| • | Emergency: 911 |
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| • | Legal Aid: 787.6111 |
| • | Jackson Prosecuting Attorney: 788.4283 |
| • | Adult Protective Services: 1.855.441.3911 |
| • | Child Abuse & Neglect/Parent Helpline (24 hour): 1.800.441.3911 |
| • | Runaway Assistant Program (24 hour): 1.877.833.3689 |
| • | Crisis Hotline: 517.882.7217 |
| • | County Clerk’s Office for filing Personal Protection Order: 788.4268 |
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