HOTLINES & HELP
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Hotlines & Websites for Victims of Violent Crimes
Domestic Violence
National Domestic Violence Hotline 24/7
Operating around the clock, seven days a week, confidential and free of cost, the National Domestic Violence Hotline provides lifesaving tools and immediate support to enable victims to find safety and live lives free of abuse.Callers to the Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) can expect highly trained experienced advocates to offer compassionate support, crisis intervention information and referral services in over 170 languages. Visitors to this site can find information about domestic violence, safety planning, local resources and ways to support the organization.
GA 1-800-33-HAVEN (4-2836)
1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
1-800-787-3224 (TTY)
www.thehotlineorg
Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network (RAINN) 24/7
Reaching out for help is often the first step toward healing. RAINN provides support for sexual assault victims and their loved ones through two hotlines at 800.656.HOPE and online at www.rainn.org. Whether you are more comfortable on the telephone or online, RAINN has services that can guide you in your recovery.
1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
www.rainn.org
National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline 24/7
If you or a friend is in an abusive relationship, you may feel like you are all alone – know that you are not. We have resources to help you stay safe, build a support system, access legal protection and more.
1-866-331-9474
1-866-331-8453 (TTY)
www.loveisrespect.org
National Center for Victims of Crime
The mission of the National Center for Victims of Crime is to forge a national commitment to help victims of crime rebuild their lives. We are dedicated to serving individuals, families, and communities harmed by crime.
202-467-8700
www.victimsofcrime.org
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
No matter what problems you are dealing with, we want to help you find a reason to keep living. By calling 1-800-273-TALK (8255) you’ll be connected to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area, anytime 24/7.
1-800-273-TALK (8255) 24/7
1-888-628-9454 (Spanish)
1-800-799-4889 (TTY)
www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org
National Council for Aging Care (Elder Abuse)
The NCAC is the place to turn to for up-to-date information regarding research, training, best practices, news and resources on elder abuse, neglect and exploitation.
1-877-644-6140
National Child Abuse Hotline
The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline 1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453) is dedicated to the prevention of child abuse. Serving the United States, its territories, and Canada, the Hotline is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with professional crisis counselors who, through interpreters, can provide assistance in 170 languages. The Hotline offers crisis intervention, information, literature, and referrals to thousands of emergency, social service, and support resources.
1-800-422-4453
www.childhelp.org
****Those who need legal assistance in the 5 metro Atlanta counties (Clayton, Cobb, DeKalb, Fulton, and Gwinnett) can call Atlanta Legal Aid at 404 524-5811.
Those who need legal assistance in the 154 counties outside of metro Atlanta can call Georgia Legal Services Program at 1 800 498-9469.****
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