Get Help

Calling a Domestic Violence Hotline is one of first steps toward getting help.

According to the National Domestic Violence Hotline, they receive more than 21,000 calls per month from victims, survivors, friends and family members, law enforcement personnel, domestic violence advocates and the general public.

Hotline advocates from the National Domestic Violence Hotline provide support and assistance to anyone involved in a domestic violence situation, including those in same-sex relationships, male survivors, those with disabilities and immigrant victims of domestic violence. All calls to the National Domestic Violence Hotline are anonymous and confidential.

Hotline Services Include:

• Crisis intervention, safety planning, information about domestic violence and referrals to local service providers
• Direct connection to domestic violence resources available in the caller’s area provided by a Hotline advocate
• Assistance in both English and Spanish with Hotline advocates having access to more than 170 different languages through interpreter services

Shelter Information:

A Domestic Violence Shelter is a specially licensed residence for women and children whose safety is threatened.
At the shelter you will have a place to sleep, meals, and counseling services. They will be able to provide guidance on what to do in the next few weeks. Also, say nothing until you are safe, the shelter will advise you what to tell your relatives and friends.

Kids & School: The shelter will tell you how to keep children safe and attending school.

Pets: The shelter will find a location to keep your pet safe.