National Helplines for Women and Families

Empowering and supporting women and families across the nation.

1. National Domestic Violence Hotline
Phone: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
Text: Text “START” to 88788
Website: www.thehotline.org
24/7 confidential support for victims of domestic violence and abuse.

2. National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN)
Phone: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
Website: www.rainn.org
Support for survivors of sexual violence.

3. SAMHSA National Helpline
Phone: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Website: www.samhsa.gov
Free, confidential help for mental health and substance use disorders.

4. 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Phone/Text: 988
Website: 988lifeline.org
Support for anyone experiencing suicidal thoughts or emotional distress.

5. Postpartum Support International Helpline
Phone: 1-800-944-4773
Text “Help” to: 800-944-4773 (English) or 971-203-7773 (Español)
Website: www.postpartum.net
Mental health support for pregnant and postpartum women.

6. National Parent Helpline
Phone: 1-855-4A PARENT (1-855-427-2736)
Website: www.nationalparenthelpline.org
Emotional support and advocacy for parents.

7. StrongHearts Native Helpline
Phone: 1-844-7NATIVE (762-8483)
Website: www.strongheartshelpline.org
Culturally appropriate support for Native American and Alaska Native survivors.

8. National Human Trafficking Hotline
Phone: 1-888-373-7888
Text: “HELP” or “INFO” to 233733
Website: www.humantraffickinghotline.org
Help and reporting for victims of trafficking.

9. Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline
Phone: 1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453)
Website: www.childhelp.org
Crisis intervention and resources for child abuse victims.

10. Love Is Respect (Teen Dating Abuse Helpline)
Phone: 1-866-331-9474
Text: “LOVEIS” to 22522
Website: www.loveisrespect.org
Support for teens and young adults in abusive relationships.

11. National Hunger Hotline (USDA)
Phone: 1-866-3-HUNGRY (1-866-348-6479)
Website: www.fns.usda.gov
Helps families locate food banks and meal programs.

12. 211 - United Way & Community Services
Phone: Dial 2-1-1
Website: www.211.org
Find local assistance with food, housing, health care, and more.

13. National Coalition for the Homeless
Phone: 202-462-4822
Website: www.nationalhomeless.org
Advocacy and local homeless service information.

14. HUD Housing Counseling Hotline
Phone: 1-800-569-4287
Website: www.hud.gov
Help with finding affordable housing and avoiding eviction or foreclosure.

Texas-Specific Resources

Providing specialized support for residents of Texas.

Texas Advocacy Project
Hope Line: 800-374-HOPE (4673)
Website: www.texasadvocacyproject.org
Free legal services for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking.

Integral Care (Austin-Travis County)
24/7 Helpline: 512-472-HELP (4357)
Website: integralcare.org
Mental health and substance use services for adults and children in Travis County.

Keep this list handy and share it with anyone in need. You are not alone. Help is always available.

Note: For the most current information, please visit the respective websites or contact the organizations directly.