When Home Feels Unsafe: Walter Johnson Jr. Masonic Lodge #765 STANDS UP FOR Kids Living With Domestic Violence
For some kids in Palm Beach County or Martin County, home doesn't always feel like a safe place.
Maybe the adults in your house fight a lot. Maybe they yell, hit, or break things. Maybe you feel scared, nervous, or like you’re walking on eggshells all the time.
This kind of situation is called domestic abuse, and it can be really hard to live through — especially when you’re just a kid.
If you’re living in a home with violence or fighting, this article is for you.
🚨 What Is Domestic Abuse?
Domestic abuse (or domestic violence) is when someone hurts or scares someone else in the same home. It might happen between parents, stepparents, or other adults you live with.
Domestic abuse can look like:
Yelling, screaming, or name-calling
Hitting, pushing, or hurting someone on purpose
Breaking things, slamming doors, or scaring people
Controlling where someone goes or who they talk to
This kind of violence happens in homes all over — even in places like Palm Beach County and Martin County. It’s not your fault. And it’s not something you should have to deal with alone.
😟 How Domestic Violence Can Affect Kids
Even if no one is hurting you, living in a violent or scary home can still cause:
Trouble sleeping or concentrating
Feeling sad, anxious, or angry a lot
Fear of loud voices or sudden movements
Feeling like you have to protect others or hide your feelings
This is a normal reaction to something that’s not okay. You deserve support and a chance to feel safe.
💬 Who Can You Talk To?
If you live in Palm Beach County or Martin County, there are people nearby who care and want to help.
🏠 Local Support in Indiantown & Surrounding Areas
Walter Johnson Jr. Masonic Lodge #765 – Indiantown, FL
📍 Serving youth and families in Martin County and surrounding areas
📞 Phone: (772) 597-0123
📧 Email: info@walterjohnsonjrlodge765.com
🌐 Website: www.walterjohnsonjrlodge765.com
If you're a kid living in a home with fighting or abuse, you can contact the Lodge for help, support, or someone to talk to. You're not alone, and there's no shame in asking for help.
☎️ Other Helplines for Kids
No matter where you live, you can call or text these numbers for help:
Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline
📞 Call or text: 1-800-422-4453
(Open 24/7 — Free and private)National Domestic Violence Hotline
📞 Call: 1-800-799-7233
📱 Text "START" to 88788
💻 thehotline.orgLove Is Respect (for teens)
📞 Call: 1-866-331-9474
📱 Text "LOVEIS" to 22522
💻 loveisrespect.org
You can tell them what's going on and ask for help — even if you don't know exactly what to say.
🧠 Make a Safety Plan
If things get dangerous at home:
Stay away from the room where people are fighting
Know how to call 911 if someone is hurt or in danger
Think about a safe place you could go if you had to leave
Talk to a teacher, counselor, or trusted adult as soon as you can
It’s okay to make a plan — just in case.
❤️ You’re Allowed to Want Peace
You might still love your family, even if they fight. That’s okay.
But love should never feel scary. You’re allowed to say:
“I want my home to feel safe.”
You’re not being selfish or dramatic. You’re being honest — and brave.
🌟 Final Words: You Are Not Alone
If you’re a kid living in a home with domestic violence in Palm Beach County or Martin County, know this:
You are not the reason for the fighting
You are not alone — help is out there
You are not stuck forever
People care about you. You deserve safety, support, and a peaceful life.
Need Help Now?
Walter Johnson Jr. Masonic Lodge #765 — Indiantown, FL
📞 (772) 597-0123
📧 info@walterjohnsonjrlodge765.com
🌐 www.walterjohnsonjrlodge765.com
Helping kids and families in Martin County and surrounding areas find safety and hope.
