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National hotlines can help connect victims and survivors, and their support networks connect with local resources. The VictimConnect Resource Center is one of several national hotlines that are dedicated to helping victims understand their rights and options and make the choices that will best support their recovery. 


You should choose the hotline that is best for you. If you aren’t sure which helpline is best, or if you have concerns in more than one area, contact VictimConnect Resource Centre by phone or text 1-855-4VICTIM (855-484-2846) or chat online. 


To learn more about other National Hotlines, you can:

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE

Hotline: 1 (800) 799 – 7233Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week via phone and online chat.

The National Domestic Violence Hotline (The Hotline) is available for anyone experiencing domestic violence, seeking resources or information, or questioning unhealthy aspects of their relationship.


Hotline: 1 (866) 331 – 9474Text: 22522Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week via phone, text, and online chat.

Love is Respect offers information, support, and advocacy to young people who have questions or concerns about their dating relationships.


Hotline: 1 (844) 762 – 8483Available Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:30 pm CST via phone.

The StrongHearts Native Helpline is a safe, anonymous, and confidential service for Native Americans experiencing domestic violence and dating violence.


Hotline: 1 (833) 723 – 3833Email: crisis@pathwaystosafety.orgAvailable 24 hours a day, 7 days a week via phone, email, and online chat.

Pathways to Safety International assists Americans experiencing interpersonal and gender-based violence abroad.


Hotline: 1 (888) 843 – 4564Youth Talkline: 1 (800) 246 – 7743Senior Helpline: 1 (888) 234 – 7243Email: help@LGBThotline.orgHours vary, and they are available via phone and online chat.

The LGBT National Help Center serves gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and questioning people by providing free and confidential peer support and local resources.


The WomensLaw online helpline provides basic legal information, referrals, and emotional support for victims of abuse.


Sexual Assault

Hotline: 1 (800) 656-4673Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week via phone and online chat.

RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) is the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization. RAINN created and operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline (800.656.HOPE, online.rainn.org y rainn.org/es) in partnership with more than 1,000 local sexual assault service providers across the country and operates the DoD Safe Helpline for the Department of Defense. RAINN also carries out programs to prevent sexual violence, help survivors, and ensure that perpetrators are brought to justice.


Hotline: 1 (877) 995 – 5247Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week via phone and online chat.

The DOD Safe Helpline is a crisis support service designed to provide sexual assault services for survivors, their loved ones, and other members of the DOD community.


HUMAN TRAFFICKING

Hotline: 1-888-373-7888Text: 233733

The National Human Trafficking Hotline is a national anti-trafficking hotline serving victims and survivors of human trafficking and the anti-trafficking community in the United States. The toll-free hotline is available to answer calls from anywhere in the country, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, every day of the year, in more than 200 languages.


CHILDREN, YOUTH, AND TEENAGERS

Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week via phone, email, forum, and online chat.

The National Runaway Safeline provides crisis and support services for homeless and runaway youth in the United States.


NCMEC serves as a clearinghouse and comprehensive reporting center for all issues related to the prevention of and recovery from child victimization.


Hotline: 1 (800) 422 – 4453Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week via phone and text.

The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline is dedicated to the prevention of child abuse. Serving the U.S. and Canada, the hotline is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with professional crisis counselors who—through interpreters—provide assistance in over 170 languages. The hotline offers crisis intervention, information, and referrals to thousands of emergency, social service, and support resources. All calls are confidential.


Hotline: 1 (800) 448 – 3000Text: Text VOICE to 20121 (hours vary)Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week via phone, email, text, and online chat.

Your Life Your Voice is a program of Boystown, USA, and is available to children, parents, and families who are struggling with self-harm, mental health disorders, and abuse.


MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE

Hotline: 1-800-273-8255Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week via phone and online chat.

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.


Hotline: 1 (800) 950 – 6264Email: info@nami.orgAvailable Monday through Friday, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm Eastern Standard Time.

The NAMI Helpline assists individuals and families who have questions about mental health disorders, treatment, and support services.


Hotline: 1 (800) 662 – 4357Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week via phone in English and Spanish

SAMHSA’s National Helpline provides free and confidential treatment referral and information services for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance abuse disorders.

Contact the VictimConnect Hotline by phone at 1-855-4-VICTIM or by chat for more information or assistance in locating services that can help you or a loved one.

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