If you are experiencing abuse or want to support someone who is, call our confidential 24/7 Helpline, 1–800–315–5579. 24/7 Línea telefónica de Ayuda – diga idioma para interprete.
Calling is your first step. If you’re uncertain about your safety, the safety of your children and pets, or are frightened and confused by what’s happening in your relationship, please call our free and confidential 24/7 Helpline, 1-800-315-5579.
You don’t have to be in crisis to call, nor do you have to leave your relationship. No tiene que estar en crisis para llamar.
Our trained advocates are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (even on holidays). You will speak with a real person who cares about you. We are never more than a phone call away, at the ready to provide you with compassion, information, understanding, and assistance.
Face-to-face appointments are available by appointment only. Please call the 24/7 Helpline to schedule.
When you call, you will receive:
Non-judgmental emotional support.
Assistance creating a safety plan.
Help identifying signs of abuse in an intimate partner relationship.
Information about the availability of our emergency shelter for you, your children, and your pets.
Details on how you can access our services or support groups.
Access to legal assistance and requests for attorney representation or consultation.
Ideas to help you talk to people in your life who can support you.
Information about domestic violence and its impact on survivors and children.
Language to help you support a survivor you are concerned about.
Referrals to other community resources.
And more – please tell us what you need.
We encourage calls from those concerned about a friend, coworker, neighbor or family member. Our highly trained advocates can support and help you or an individual you care about find the resources to take the next step toward living a life free from the threat of abuse.
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