Leslie Steiner : Victims of domestic violence just want the abuse to end for good . Steiner : When victims leave an abusive relationship , the first thing they need is shelter . She says the second most common request is legal advice and representation . When victims end an abusive relationship , the first thing we need is shelter . Steiner : The third most frequent request is a place where she can live with her children while their mother works or attends college.
Leslie Steiner : Victims of domestic violence just want the abuse to end for good . Steiner : When victims leave an abusive relationship , the first thing they need is shelter . She says the second most common request is legal advice and representation . Steiner : The third most frequent request is a place where she can live with her children while their mother works or attends college.