If you are a VICTIM of physical abuse or sexual abuse looking for support, there are several resources available. Do not delay contacting law enforcement and visiting a hospital emergency room. Whether you are a victim or know a potential victim, there are several resources. Several nationally recognized organizations and their telephone hotlines are listed here:
- National Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800.4.A.CHILD (422.2253)
- Darkness to Light 1-866.FOR.LIGHT (367.5444)
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (24/7) 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
- RAINN: National Sexual Assault Hotline (24/7) 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
- Stop It Now: 1-888-PREVENT (1-888-773.8368)
- National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. 1-800.THE.LOST (843.5678)
- National Sexual Violence Resource Center
- National Organization for Victim Assistance
- The Hotline – For Domestic Abuse Survivors 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
- NAMI Help Line (ask for local mental health support group) 1-800-950-6264
The above numbers deal especially with Child Sexual Abuse and violence against children. Local law enforcement should always be contacted. Even if the abuse happened in the past, it should still be reported.
Additional resources will be added on this site to give more guidance for persons suffering other types of civil abuse.
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