If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic abuse, these resources offer safe and confidential ways to get help.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
- Free, confidential help 24/7 by phone (1-800-799-SAFE), chat, or text (“START” to 88788).
- Expert advocates who provide crisis intervention, personalized safety planning, education, and referrals to shelters, legal help, counseling, and more.
- Provides crisis help, safety planning, and connections to local shelters, legal aid, and counseling.
Office on Violence Against Women (OVW)
- Federal office under the Department of Justice.
- Funds programs nationwide to prevent and respond to domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking.
- Offers a state-by-state guide to local services but does not provide direct crisis help.
Visit the links below for more information.
https://www.justice.gov/ovw/domestic-violence
