(KGNS) - October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness of the signs of abuse and the resources available to help, including Casa de Misericordia.

Thelma Arambula of Casa de Misericordia said the organization has served the community for 28 years, though many people still don't know what it does or that it exists.

Shelter serves men, women and childrenArambula said Casa de Misericordia is an emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence.