Resources for Adults Against Abuse

• National Domestic Violence Hotline

  • Website: thehotline.org

  • Phone: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)

  • Text: “START” to 88788

  • TTY: 800-787-3224

• RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network)

  • Website: rainn.org

  • Phone: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)

• National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC)

  • Website: nsvrc.org

• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

  • Website: samhsa.gov

  • Phone: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

• National Center for Victims of Crime

  • Website: victimsofcrime.org

• Local Domestic Violence Shelters

  • Search for local resources through the National Network to End Domestic Violence: nnedv.org

  • The Family: familyplace.org 24hr crisis line 214-941-1991

  • Texas Abuse Hotline: 1-800-252-5400 If you are deaf, deaf-blind, hard of hearing, or speech-disabled you can call by using the relay service of your choice or by using Relay Texas at 7-1-1. Tell the relay operator to call the Texas Abuse Hotline at (800) 252-5400.

• Therapy and Counseling Services

  • Find a therapist through the Psychology Today directory: psychologytoday.com

  • To locate the Victim Services Counselor in your area, visit the Victim Services Counselors Regional Directory or call 512-424-2211.

• Legal Assistance

  • Contact your local legal aid office for support: lsc.gov

  • Child SA Prevention & Support Guide - victimscivilattorneys.com/survivors-guide/prevention-support/

  • Helping Survivors - helpingsurvivors.org/juvenile-detention-center-sexual-abuse/

  • Your local county or district attorney or Texas Advocacy Project can often help you get a protective order for free. Do-it-yourself forms and instructions are also available here:

    • guides.sll.texas.gov/legal-forms/protective-orders

    • texaslawhelp.org/toolkit/i-need-protective-order

    • For free legal advocacy and legal services, call 800-374-HOPE or visit the Texas Advocacy Project website

Important Considerations

• Always prioritize your safety and seek immediate help if you are in danger.

• Reach out to trusted friends or family members for support.

• Consider creating a safety plan if you are in an abusive situation.

  
  

Other Statewide Victim Support Resources

Texas Department of Public Safety Victim Services

Victim Services Counselors are available to help you understand the criminal justice process and your rights and connect you to helpful resources. To locate the Victim Services Counselor in your area, visit the Victim Services Counselors Regional Directory or call 512-424-2211.

Texas Advocacy Project

For free legal advocacy and legal services, call 800-374-HOPE or visit the Texas Advocacy Project website.

Sexual Assault Resources

Visit the Texas Governor’s Office website for sexual assault survivors’ resources.

Stalking Resources

Visit the Stalking Prevention, Awareness, and Resource Center website.

Address Confidentiality Program

The Address Confidentiality Program provides a substitute post office box address and mail forwarding service.

Crime Victims’ Compensation (CVC) Program

The CVC Program helps crime victims and their immediate families with the financial costs of crime. Visit the Texas Attorney General website for more information and to apply online.

Texas VINE

Victims can register with Texas VINE for updates about offender custody and court status.

Get Child Support Safely

Assists victims of family violence to obtain child support services through the Texas Office of the Attorney General as safely as possible.

Texas Workforce Commission - Vocational Rehabilitation Program

Adult victims of family violence who have a disability can use this resource to help get ready for, find, or keep a job. Young student victims of family violence with disabilities can use this resource to prepare for life after school. Visit the Vocational Rehabilitation Program website.

Texas Department of State Health Services - Hear Her Texas

Victims of family violence can use this resource to learn how to prevent maternal death. Educational materials include urgent maternal warning signs, tips for during and after pregnancy, and maternal health risks. Visit the Hear Her Texas website.