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National Domestic Violence Hotline
The Hotline
Free, confidential support 24/7 for anyone affected by relationship abuse. Advocates can talk through options and connect you to services near you.
- Serves
- United States
- Hours
- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- Languages
- English, Spanish, and interpretation in 200+ languages
Verified 2026-08-27
Illinois Domestic Violence Hotline
The Network: Advocating Against Domestic Violence
Illinois' statewide 24-hour hotline. Call, text or chat with a trained advocate who can talk through options and connect you to a local program anywhere in the state.
- Serves
- Illinois
- Hours
- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- Languages
- Language assistance in over 240 languages
Verified 2026-08-27
Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence
ILCADV
Statewide coalition with a county-by-county directory of local domestic violence service providers, each running its own confidential 24-hour line.
- Serves
- Illinois, county by county
- Hours
- Office hours Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Central
- Languages
- English
Verified 2026-08-27
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
SAMHSA
Call or text 988 for free, confidential support during any mental health or emotional crisis.
- Serves
- United States
- Hours
- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- Languages
- English, Spanish
Verified 2026-08-27
StrongHearts Native Helpline
StrongHearts
Culturally appropriate, confidential support for Native Americans and Alaska Natives affected by domestic, dating and sexual violence.
- Serves
- United States
- Hours
- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- Languages
- English
Verified 2026-08-27
National Sexual Assault Hotline
RAINN
Confidential support for survivors of sexual assault, by phone or online chat, connected to a local provider.
- Serves
- United States
- Hours
- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- Languages
- English, Spanish
Verified 2026-08-27
National Human Trafficking Hotline
Polaris
Confidential help for people experiencing trafficking, and for anyone who wants to report a tip or request services.
- Serves
- United States
- Hours
- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- Languages
- English, Spanish, and interpretation in 200+ languages
Verified 2026-08-27
WomensLaw.org
National Network to End Domestic Violence
Plain-language legal information for survivors, organized state by state — protective orders, custody, housing and immigration.
- Serves
- United States, by state
- Hours
- Website available anytime; email hotline responses are not immediate
- Languages
- English, Spanish
Verified 2026-08-27
Safety Net — Technology Safety
National Network to End Domestic Violence
Guidance on phone, account, location and device safety when someone may be monitoring you.
- Serves
- United States
- Hours
- Website available anytime
- Languages
- English
Verified 2026-08-27
DomesticShelters.org
DomesticShelters.org
Searchable directory of domestic violence programs and shelters across the United States and Canada.
- Serves
- United States and Canada
- Hours
- Website available anytime
- Languages
- English, Spanish
Verified 2026-08-27
211 Community Resource Line
United Way
Dial 211 to reach a local specialist who can connect you to food, housing, utility assistance, childcare and healthcare programs in your area.
- Serves
- Most of the United States
- Hours
- Varies by region; many centers operate 24 hours
- Languages
- English, Spanish, and interpretation services
Verified 2026-08-27
National Center for Victims of Crime — VictimConnect
National Center for Victims of Crime
Referral helpline for victims of any crime, including help understanding victim compensation.
- Serves
- United States
- Hours
- Weekday hours; see website for current schedule
- Languages
- English, Spanish
Verified 2026-08-27
Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline
Childhelp
Crisis counselors for children, parents and concerned adults with questions about child abuse and neglect.
- Serves
- United States
- Hours
- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- Languages
- English, Spanish, and interpretation in 170+ languages
Verified 2026-08-27
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National Domestic Violence Hotline
Support for anyone affected by relationship abuse — including people who are unsure whether what they are experiencing counts.
800-799-SAFE (7233) Or text START to 88788 · TTY 1-800-787-3224 · thehotline.orgIllinois Domestic Violence Hotline
Illinois’ statewide 24-hour hotline. Call, text or chat with an advocate who can connect you to a program anywhere in the state.
877-863-6338 877-TO END DV · 240+ languages · the-network.orgStrongHearts Native Helpline
Culturally appropriate support for Native Americans and Alaska Natives affected by domestic, dating and sexual violence.
844-7NATIVE 844-762-8483 · strongheartshelpline.orgRAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline
For survivors of sexual assault, by phone or online chat, routed to a provider near you.
800-656-HOPE 800-656-4673 · rainn.org988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Free, confidential support during any mental health or emotional crisis, by call or text.
988 Call or text 988 · 988lifeline.orgIf you are in immediate danger or facing a life-threatening emergency, call 911.