I went to a new PCP, who took mandating reporting so seriously that she started to file a report about DV. I then saw my therapist, signed the paperwork, and now they have spoken.

I was shocked because so far no one has done anything, not even the police, who have come to the house several times, but have never filed any reports. So when I tried to get relocation funds, my case was denied.

I haven't told my partner yet. I'm afraid of how he may react. Plus I'm sick with a cough so have been home mostly in bed all week.

The situation is really complicated. He is elderly so I'm sorta like a caregiver, but his issues are way beyond me at this point. He totaled his car, may lose his license, and is in sharp decline, on some sort of memory loss drug now.

He and his family think I'm the one abusing him since he takes blood thinners so has bruises. I feel stuck. I know my safety comes first, but this is a long term relationship so it's sad.

This just happened yesterday so I can't really take it in yet. At least I see my T again tomorrow. He has wanted me to leave for a while, is very supportive now, and has said this new doc is really trying to help.