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National Elder Fraud Hotline
If you or someone you know is a victim of elder fraud, we encourage you to call the Hotline at 833-FRAUD-11 (833-372-8311). Professional case managers will assist you with reporting the crime and connect you with other resources as needed. The hotline is open Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. eastern time.
View Resources for the Victims of Recent Mass Violence Incidents
OVC presents resources related to recent mass violence violence incidents in the United States.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: Disaster Distress Helpline
The Disaster Distress Helpline is dedicated to providing year-round disaster crisis counseling. This 24/7 toll free crisis support service is available to residents in the United States and its territories who are experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters. Call or text the hotline at 800-985-5990.
VictimConnect Resource Center - Confidential referrals for crime victims
VictimConnect serves victims of any crime in the United States. Trained specialists are available to help crime victims with emotional support, information, and confidential referrals for mental health counseling, financial compensation, legal services, and more. Call or text 855-4VICTIM (855-484-2846) or chat online, Monday–Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. eastern time.
Cyber Civil Rights Initiative
This organization provides victims of intimate image abuse (sharing of nonconsensual intimate images), and other forms of online abuse with support and referral services. Visit the Initiative’s website or contact their 24/7 toll free Image Abuse Helpline hotline at 844-878-2274 for assistance. The Initiative also offers information for policymakers, attorneys, and others to help them understand and combat image-based sexual abuse.
National Sexual Assault Hotline: Bilingual Online Services Launch Outreach Guide
Date Published
2015
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Report (Technical Assistance),
Report (Grant Sponsored),
Program/Project Description
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WomensLaw.org
This website provides state-specific plain-language legal information and resources for survivors of abuse. OVC helps fund the WomensLaw Email Hotline, which provides legal crisis intervention support using trauma-informed approaches that protect the safety and confidentiality of victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking.
Internal Revenue Service: Identity Theft Central
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) provides this identity theft resource to help individuals, businesses, and tax professionals when personal information is stolen in order to commit tax fraud. The IRS also provides information on how to prevent and report tax-related identity theft.
National Human Trafficking Hotline
This national, toll free hotline operates on a 24/7 basis. If you or someone you know is a victim of human trafficking, contact the hotline by phone at 888-373-7888, text at 233733, or live chat.
National Runaway Safeline
The mission of the National Runaway Safeline is to help keep America's runaway, homeless, and at-risk youth safe and off the streets. Contact the Safeline toll free at 800-RUNAWAY (800-786-2929), text at 66008, or via online chat.
Esperanza United
This organization provides bilingual advocacy and services to Latina and Latino victims of intimate partner violence. Their website includes a resource library, training and technical assistance opportunities, and more. Victims of intimate partner violence within the state of Minnesota may contact the Esperanza United 24-hour bilingual crisis line at 651-772-1611.
Loveisrespect.org
This initiative promotes awareness of healthy dating relationships by making vital resources accessible to help teens experiencing dating violence and offering tips on preventing abusive relationships. The Loveisrespect.org helpline provides 24/7 phone (866-331-9474), text (LOVEIS to 22522), and online chat services to victims of dating violence; service providers and allied professionals; and concerned parents, friends and other members of the community.
Department of Defense (DoD): Safe Helpline
The DoD Safe Helpline is a confidential crisis support service for adult service members of the DoD community affected by sexual assault. Operated by the Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN), the helpline provides live, one-on-one expert advice and information 24/7.