In this powerful kickoff to Season 4, we’re joined by Kimberly Hollenback, Regional VOCA Supervising Attorney with Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania. Kim shares how her team helps victims of domestic violence- especially veterans and their families- navigate difficult legal situations involving restraining orders, custody battles, financial abuse, and more.

Domestic violence isn’t always visible. Emotional, psychological, and financial abuse are equally damaging and often harder to spot. This conversation explores how trauma, PTSD, and addiction can intersect with domestic violence, making it harder for survivors to ask for help. Listeners will also learn how trauma-informed legal support can help survivors regain a sense of control and safety.

If you or someone you know feels trapped, isolated, or unsure of what to do next, there are confidential resources available and professionals who can help.

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

0:00 – Intro

1:47 – Meet Kim and her work with LASP

3:06 – How domestic violence shows up in veteran communities

3:58 – Getting help: legal aid, income caps, and VOCA funding

7:51 – The different forms of abuse

11:32 – Common barriers to getting help

12:41 – What led Kim to this career

14:58 – Final thoughts: You’re not alone, and help exists

Kimberly Hollenback

Learn more about Kim HERE

EPISODE LINKS

LASP

https://www.lasp.org/domestic-violence

OTHER RESOURCES

Need immediate help? Contact the Veterans Crisis Line via phone, text or online chat. Dial 988 then Press 1 or text 838255 or use the online chat at https://bit.ly/3OunXzg

Voice & Vision: https://bit.ly/3miwFoy

CompeerCORPS: https://bit.ly/3GgKryU

Information on how to apply for VA Healthcare Benefits from anywhere in the USA: https://bit.ly/40PtrrN or call 877-222-8387 (M-F 8am-8pm EST)

To apply for veteran’s benefits and find resources in Pennsylvania veterans need to contact their County Office of Veterans Affairs as listed in this document: https://bit.ly/3m8PBWS

View more about PA’s resources for veterans: https://bit.ly/416cf0Q

Financial support for Untold Valor is provided by a Veterans’ Trust Fund grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs.