In Partnership with the Metro Public Health Department and Nashville General Hospital, the Office of Family Safety will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 10 AM to celebrate the opening of a new on-site medical clinic at the Family Safety Center. The clinic will provide trauma-informed forensic medical exams for victims of physical violence, including domestic violence and strangulation.

The new clinic allows survivors to receive urgent care and forensic documentation of physical injuries in the same location where they access advocacy, case management, resource referrals, and other crisis interventions.

In Nashville, 51% of survivors report experiencing strangulation by a partner, and 36% of domestic violence offenders are identified as stranglers. Among survivors, 63% report being strangled to the point of unconsciousness.

Visible injuries are often absent, making timely medical intervention critical. This space ensures survivors have immediate access to care that can identify hidden injuries and potentially save lives.

The ribbon-cutting ceremony will bring together local leaders, healthcare professionals, advocates, and community partners to highlight Nashville's coordinated, multidisciplinary response to interpersonal violence.

Event Details

Family Safety Center, 610 Murfreesboro Pike
May 12, 2026
10:00 AM

Media are encouraged to attend. Interviews with leadership, healthcare partners, and advocates will be available following the program.

About the Family Safety Center

The Family Safety Center serves as a centralized hub for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, and human trafficking, providing coordinated, trauma-informed services to increase safety, promote healing, and support long-term stability.