Resources
http://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources
The National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
1-800-787-3224 (TTY)
National Coalition Against Domestic Violence
24 Hour Crisis Information Line
(614) 224-HOME [4663]
CHOICES Services
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24-hour Crisis & Information Line
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Temporary Shelter
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Counseling & Support Groups
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Legal & Community Advocacy
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Education & Training Programs
Ohio Domestic Violence Network
800-934-9840
25 ways to support survivors of trama (PDF)
Violence against Women Act
Under the leadership of then-Senator Joe Biden, Congress recognized the severity of violence against women and our need for a national strategy with the enactment of the Violence Against Women Act in 1994. This landmark federal legislation’s comprehensive approach to violence against women combined tough new provisions to hold offenders accountable with programs to provide services for the victims of such violence. Fact Sheet
Domestic Violence Facts (PDF)
If you need immediate assistance, please call 911 or your local emergency service.
SAFETY ALERT: Computer use can be monitored and it is impossible to completely clear all website footprints. If you are in danger, please use a safer computer that your abuser can not access directly or remotely. Use the ESCAPE button to quickly leave the site.