State-Specific Resources (Page 2)
State-Specific Resources
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This page brings together trusted, statewide resources for domestic violence support, legal aid, court filings, and essential services.
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Nationwide Support
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Domestic Violence Hotline & Support
THEHOTLINE.ORGNational Domestic Violence Hotline
- 24/7 confidential support and safety planning
- Connects to local shelters and advocacy
📞 1-800-799-7233
📞 TTY: 1-800-787-3224 -
Mental Health & Crisis
988LIFELINE.ORGSuicide & Crisis Lifeline
- 24/7 support for emotional distress or crisis
- Call, text, or chat options available
📞 988
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Community Support & Basic Needs
211.ORG211 United Way
- Referrals for housing, food, utilities, and local services
- Good first stop for practical needs
📞 211 -
Warmline (Non-Crisis Support)
National Warmline Directory- Emotional support for non-crisis situations
- Talk to trained peers
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Indigenous/Native American Support
Strong Hearts- StrongHearts Native Helpline
- Culturally appropriate DV and sexual violence support
📞1-844-762-8483
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Minnesota
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Domestic Violence Hotline & Support
Violence Free MinnesotaViolence Free Minnesota
- Statewide coalition supporting domestic violence programs
- Connects users to local shelters and advocacy services
- Training, prevention, and survivor support resources
📞 866-223-1111 -
Civil Legal Aid
Mid-Minnesota Legal AidMid-Minnesota Legal Aid
- Free civil legal assistance for eligible Minnesotans
- Family law, housing, public benefits, and safety matters
- Statewide legal aid gateway
📞 800-292-4150 -
Protection Order Forms & Court Help
Minnesota Judicial BranchMinnesota Judicial Branch - Orders for Protection
- Official statewide protection order forms
- Court instructions and filing guidance
- Resources for self-represented litigants
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Child Care Assistance
Minnesota Child Care AssistanceMinnesota Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)
- Helps eligible families pay for child care
- Supports employment, education, and training participation
- Administered through county and tribal agencies
📞 651-431-3809
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Victim Compensation / Victim Assistance
Crime Victims ReimbursementMinnesota Crime Victims Reimbursement Program
- Financial assistance for eligible crime victims
- May help with medical expenses, counseling, lost wages, and related costs
- Statewide victim compensation program
📞 651-201-7300
Mississippi
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Domestic Violence Hotline & Support
MCADV.ORGMississippi Coalition Against Domestic Violence
- Statewide coalition supporting domestic violence programs
- Connects survivors to local shelters and advocacy services
- Safety planning and support resources
📞 1-800-898-3234 -
Civil Legal Aid
MSCENTERFORLEGALSERVICES.ORGMississippi Center for Legal Services
- Free civil legal assistance for eligible residents
- Family law, housing, consumer, and public benefits matters
- Serves central and southern Mississippi
📞 1-800-498-1804
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Protection Order Forms & Court Help
Mississippi JudiciaryMississippi Judiciary
- Court information and self-help resources
- Protective order and family court guidance
- Resources for self-represented litigants
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Child Care Assistance
Mississippi Child Care AssistanceMississippi Child Care Payment Program
- Helps eligible families pay for child care
- Supports working families and those in education or training
- Administered through the Mississippi Department of Human Services
📞 1-800-877-7882 -
Victim Compensation / Victim Assistance
Victim AssistanceMississippi Crime Victim Compensation Division
- Financial assistance for eligible crime victims
- May help with medical expenses, counseling, lost wages, and related costs
- Statewide victim compensation program
📞 1-800-829-6766
Missouri
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Domestic Violence Hotline & Support
MCADSV.ORGMissouri Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence
- Statewide coalition supporting domestic violence and sexual assault programs
- Connects survivors to local shelters and advocacy services
- Safety planning and support resources
📞 573-634-4161 -
Civil Legal Aid
LSMO.ORGLegal Services of Missouri
- Free civil legal assistance for eligible Missourians
- Family law, housing, public benefits, and consumer matters
- Statewide legal aid network
📞 573-334-6111 -
Protection Order Forms & Court Help
Missouri CourtsMissouri Courts
- Court forms, self-help resources, and filing information
- Guidance for protection orders and family court matters
- Resources for self-represented litigants
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Child Care Assistance
Missouri Child Care AssistanceMissouri Child Care Subsidy Program
- Helps eligible families pay for child care
- Supports employment, education, and training participation
- Administered through Missouri DSS
📞 855-373-4636 -
Victim Compensation / Victim Assistance
Victim AssistanceMissouri Crime Victims' Compensation Program
- Financial assistance for eligible crime victims
- May help with medical expenses, counseling, lost wages, and related costs
- Statewide victim compensation program
📞 573-526-6006
Montana
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Domestic Violence Hotline & Support
MCADSV.COMMontana Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence
- Statewide coalition supporting domestic violence and sexual assault programs
- Connects survivors to local shelters and advocacy services
- Safety planning and support resources
📞 406-443-7794 -
Civil Legal Aid
MTLSA.ORGMontana Legal Services Association
- Free civil legal assistance for eligible Montanans
- Family law, housing, public benefits, and consumer matters
- Statewide legal aid services
📞 1-800-666-6899 -
Protection Order Forms & Court Help
Montana Judicial BranchMontana Judicial Branch
- Court forms, self-help resources, and filing information
- Guidance for orders of protection and family court matters
- Resources for self-represented litigants
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Child Care Assistance
Best Beginnings ScholarshipBest Beginnings Child Care Scholarship Program
- Helps eligible families pay for child care
Supports employment, education, and training participation - Administered through Montana DPHHS
📞 1-888-706-1535 - Helps eligible families pay for child care
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Victim Compensation / Victim Assistance
Victim AssistanceMontana Crime Victim Compensation Program
- Financial assistance for eligible crime victims
- May help with medical expenses, counseling, lost wages, and related costs
- Statewide victim compensation program
📞 406-444-3653
Nebraska
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Domestic Violence Hotline & Support
NEBRASKACOALITION.ORGNebraska Coalition to End Sexual and Domestic Violence
- Statewide coalition supporting domestic violence and sexual assault programs
- Connects survivors to local shelters and advocacy services
- Safety planning and support resources
📞 402-476-6256 -
Civil Legal Aid
LEGALAIDOFNEBRASKA.ORGLegal Aid of Nebraska
- Free civil legal assistance for eligible Nebraskans
- Family law, housing, public benefits, and consumer matters
- Statewide legal aid services
📞 1-877-250-2016 -
Protection Order Forms & Court Help
Nebraska Judicial BranchNebraska Judicial Branch
- Court forms, self-help resources, and filing information
- Guidance for protection orders and family court matters
- Resources for self-represented litigants
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Child Care Assistance
Nebraska Child Care AssistanceNebraska Child Care Subsidy Program
- Helps eligible families pay for child care
- Supports employment, education, and training participation
- Administered through Nebraska DHHS
📞 1-800-383-4278 -
Victim Compensation / Victim Assistance
Victim AssistanceNebraska Crime Victim Reparations Program
- Financial assistance for eligible crime victims
- May help with medical expenses, counseling, lost wages, and related costs
- Statewide victim compensation program
📞 402-471-2824
Nevada
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Domestic Violence Hotline & Support
NCEDSV.ORGNevada Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence
- Statewide coalition supporting domestic violence and sexual assault programs
- Connects survivors to local shelters and advocacy services
- Safety planning and support resources
📞 775-828-1115 -
Civil Legal Aid
NEVADALEGALSERVICES.ORGNevada Legal Services
- Free civil legal assistance for eligible Nevadans
- Family law, housing, consumer, and public benefits matters
- Statewide legal aid services
📞 1-866-432-0404 -
Protection Order Forms & Court Help
Nevada Self-HelpNevada Self-Help Centers
- Court forms, self-help resources, and filing information
- Guidance for protection orders and family court matters
- Resources for self-represented litigants
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Child Care Assistance
Nevada Child Care AssistanceNevada Child Care and Development Program
- Helps eligible families pay for child care
- Supports employment, education, and training participation
- Administered through Nevada DWSS
📞 702-486-1646 -
Victim Compensation / Victim Assistance
Victim AssistanceNevada Victims of Crime Program
- Financial assistance for eligible crime victims
- May help with medical expenses, counseling, lost wages, and related costs
- Statewide victim compensation program
📞 1-800-584-2846
New Hampshire
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Domestic Violence Hotline & Support
NHCADSV.ORGNew Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence
- Statewide coalition supporting domestic violence and sexual assault programs
- Connects survivors to local shelters and advocacy services
- Safety planning and support resources
📞 1-866-644-3574 -
Civil Legal Aid
603LEGALAID.ORG603 Legal Aid
- Free civil legal assistance for eligible New Hampshire residents
- Family law, housing, consumer, and public benefits matters
- Statewide legal aid services
📞 1-800-639-5290 -
Protection Order Forms & Court Help
New Hampshire Judicial BranchNew Hampshire Judicial Branch
- Court forms, self-help resources, and filing information
- Guidance for protective orders and family court matters
- Resources for self-represented litigants
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Child Care Assistance
NH Child Care ScholarshipNew Hampshire Child Care Scholarship Program
- Helps eligible families pay for child care
- Supports employment, education, and training participation
- Administered through NH Department of Health and Human Services
📞 1-844-275-3447 -
Victim Compensation / Victim Assistance
Victim AssistanceNew Hampshire Victims' Assistance Program
- Financial assistance for eligible crime victims
- May help with medical expenses, counseling, lost wages, and related costs
- Statewide victim assistance and compensation services
📞 1-800-300-4500
New Jersey
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Domestic Violence Hotline & Support
NJCEDV.ORGNew Jersey Coalition to End Domestic Violence
- Statewide coalition supporting domestic violence programs
- Connects survivors to local shelters and advocacy services
- Safety planning and support resources
📞 1-800-572-7233 -
Civil Legal Aid
LSNJ.ORGLegal Services of New Jersey
- Free civil legal assistance for eligible New Jersey residents
- Family law, housing, consumer, and public benefits matters
- Statewide legal aid network
📞 1-888-576-5529 -
Protection Order Forms & Court Help
New Jersey CourtsNew Jersey Courts Self-Help Center
- Court forms, self-help resources, and filing information
- Guidance for restraining orders and family court matters
- Resources for self-represented litigants
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Child Care Assistance
NJ Child Care AssistanceNew Jersey Child Care Assistance Program
- Helps eligible families pay for child care
- Supports employment, education, and training participation
- Administered through the New Jersey Department of Human Services
📞 1-800-332-9227
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Victim Compensation / Victim Assistance
Victim AssistanceNew Jersey Victims of Crime Compensation Office
- Financial assistance for eligible crime victims
- May help with medical expenses, counseling, lost wages, and related costs
- Statewide victim compensation program
📞 1-877-658-2221
New Mexico
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Domestic Violence Hotline & Support
NMCADV.ORGNew Mexico Coalition Against Domestic Violence
- Statewide coalition supporting domestic violence programs
- Connects survivors to local shelters and advocacy services
- Safety planning and support resources
📞 1-800-773-3645 -
Civil Legal Aid
NEWMEXICOLEGALAID.ORGNew Mexico Legal Aid
- Free civil legal assistance for eligible New Mexico residents
- Family law, housing, consumer, and public benefits matters
- Statewide legal aid services
📞 1-833-545-4357 -
Protection Order Forms & Court Help
New Mexico CourtsNew Mexico Courts Self-Help
- Court forms, self-help resources, and filing information
- Guidance for orders of protection and family court matters
- Resources for self-represented litigants
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Child Care Assistance
New Mexico Child Care AssistanceNew Mexico Child Care Assistance Program
- Helps eligible families pay for child care
- Supports employment, education, and training participation
- Administered through the New Mexico Early Childhood Education & Care Department
📞 1-800-832-1321 -
Victim Compensation / Victim Assistance
Victim AssistanceNew Mexico Crime Victims Reparation Commission
- Financial assistance for eligible crime victims
- May help with medical expenses, counseling, lost wages, and related costs
- Statewide victim compensation program
📞 505-841-9432
New York
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Domestic Violence Hotline & Support
NYSCADV.ORGNew York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence
- Statewide coalition supporting domestic violence programs
- Connects survivors to local shelters and advocacy services
- Safety planning and support resources
📞 1-800-942-6906 -
Civil Legal Aid
LAWHELPNY.ORGLawHelpNY
- Free legal information and legal aid referrals
- Family law, housing, consumer, and public benefits matters
- Statewide legal help directory
📞 1-877-777-6152 -
Protection Order Forms & Court Help
NY CourtsNew York State Unified Court System
- Court forms, self-help resources, and filing information
- Guidance for orders of protection and family court matters
- Resources for self-represented litigants
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Child Care Assistance
New York Child Care AssistanceNew York Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)
- Helps eligible families pay for child care
- Supports employment, education, and training participation
- Administered through local social services districts
📞 1-800-342-3009 -
Victim Compensation / Victim Assistance
Victim AssistanceNew York Office of Victim Services
- Financial assistance for eligible crime victims
- May help with medical expenses, counseling, lost wages, and related costs
- Statewide victim compensation program
📞 1-800-247-8035
North Carolina
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Domestic Violence Hotline & Support
NCCADV.ORGNorth Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence
- Statewide coalition supporting domestic violence programs
- Connects survivors to local shelters and advocacy services
- Safety planning and support resources
📞 919-956-9124 -
Civil Legal Aid
LEGALAIDNC.ORGLegal Aid of North Carolina
- Free civil legal assistance for eligible North Carolina residents
- Family law, housing, consumer, and public benefits matters
- Statewide legal aid services
📞 1-866-219-5262 -
Protection Order Forms & Court Help
NC CourtsNorth Carolina Judicial Branch
- Court forms, self-help resources, and filing information
- Guidance for domestic violence protective orders and family court matters
- Resources for self-represented litigants
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Child Care Assistance
NC Child Care AssistanceNorth Carolina Child Care Subsidy Program
- Helps eligible families pay for child care
- Supports employment, education, and training participation
- Administered through local county agencies
📞 1-800-859-0829 -
Victim Compensation / Victim Assistance
Victim AssistanceNorth Carolina Crime Victims Compensation Program
- Financial assistance for eligible crime victims
- May help with medical expenses, counseling, lost wages, and related costs
- Statewide victim compensation program
📞 1-800-826-6200
North Dakota
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Domestic Violence Hotline & Support
CAWSNORTHDAKOTA.ORGNorth Dakota Council on Abused Women's Services (CAWS North Dakota)
- Statewide coalition supporting domestic violence and sexual assault programs
- Connects survivors to local shelters and advocacy services
- Safety planning and support resources
📞 701-255-6240 -
Civil Legal Aid
LEGALASSIST.ORGLegal Services of North Dakota
- Free civil legal assistance for eligible North Dakota residents
- Family law, housing, consumer, and public benefits matters
- Statewide legal aid services
📞 1-800-634-5263 -
Protection Order Forms & Court Help
ND CourtsNorth Dakota Courts Self-Help Center
- Court forms, self-help resources, and filing information
- Guidance for protection orders and family court matters
- Resources for self-represented litigants
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Child Care Assistance
ND Child Care AssistanceNorth Dakota Child Care Assistance Program
- Helps eligible families pay for child care
- Supports employment, education, and training participation
- Administered through North Dakota Health and Human Services
📞 1-800-755-2716 -
Victim Compensation / Victim Assistance
Victim AssistanceNorth Dakota Crime Victims Compensation Program
- Financial assistance for eligible crime victims
- May help with medical expenses, counseling, lost wages, and related costs
- Statewide victim compensation program
📞 701-328-6195
Ohio
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Domestic Violence Hotline & Support
ODVN.ORGOhio Domestic Violence Network
- Statewide coalition supporting domestic violence programs
- Connects survivors to local shelters and advocacy services
- Safety planning and support resources
📞 1-800-934-9840 -
Civil Legal Aid
OHIOLEGALHELP.ORGOhio Legal Help
- Free legal information and legal aid referrals
- Family law, housing, consumer, and public benefits matters
- Statewide legal help resource
📞 1-866-529-6446 -
Protection Order Forms & Court Help
Ohio CourtsSupreme Court of Ohio - Self-Help Resources
- Court forms, self-help resources, and filing information
- Guidance for protection orders and family court matters
- Resources for self-represented litigants
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Child Care Assistance
Ohio Child Care AssistanceOhio Publicly Funded Child Care Program
- Helps eligible families pay for child care
- Supports employment, education, and training participation
- Administered through county Job and Family Services agencies
📞 1-877-852-0010 -
Victim Compensation / Victim Assistance
Victim AssistanceOhio Crime Victim Compensation Program
- Financial assistance for eligible crime victims
- May help with medical expenses, counseling, lost wages, and related costs
- Statewide victim compensation program
📞 1-800-582-2877
Oklahoma
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Domestic Violence Hotline & Support
OCADVSA.ORGOklahoma Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
- Statewide coalition supporting domestic violence and sexual assault programs
- Connects survivors to local shelters and advocacy services
- Safety planning and support resources
📞 405-524-0700 -
Civil Legal Aid
LASO.ORGLegal Aid Services of Oklahoma
- Free civil legal assistance for eligible Oklahoma residents
- Family law, housing, consumer, and public benefits matters
- Statewide legal aid services
📞 1-888-534-5243 -
Protection Order Forms & Court Help
OSCN.NETOklahoma State Courts Network
- Court forms, self-help resources, and filing information
- Guidance for protective orders and family court matters
- Resources for self-represented litigants
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Child Care Assistance
Oklahoma Child Care AssistanceOklahoma Child Care Subsidy Program
- Helps eligible families pay for child care
- Supports employment, education, and training participation
- Administered through Oklahoma Human Services
📞 1-877-653-4798 -
Victim Compensation / Victim Assistance
Victim AssistanceOklahoma Crime Victims Compensation Program
- Financial assistance for eligible crime victims
- May help with medical expenses, counseling, lost wages, and related costs
- Statewide victim compensation program
📞 405-522-2295
Oregon
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Domestic Violence Hotline & Support
OCADSV.ORGOregon Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence
- Statewide coalition supporting domestic violence and sexual assault programs
- Connects survivors to local shelters and advocacy services
- Safety planning and support resources
📞 503-230-1951 -
Civil Legal Aid
OREGONLAWCENTER.ORGOregon Law Center
- Free civil legal assistance for eligible Oregon residents
- Family law, housing, public benefits, and consumer matters
- Statewide legal aid services
📞 503-473-8329 -
Protection Order Forms & Court Help
Oregon CourtsOregon Judicial Department
- Court forms, self-help resources, and filing information
- Guidance for restraining orders and family court matters
- Resources for self-represented litigants
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Child Care Assistance
ERDC Child Care AssistanceEmployment Related Day Care (ERDC)
- Helps eligible families pay for child care
- Supports employment, education, and training participation
- Administered through the Oregon Department of Human Services
📞 1-800-699-9075 -
Victim Compensation / Victim Assistance
Victim AssistanceOregon Crime Victims' Compensation Program
- Financial assistance for eligible crime victims
- May help with medical expenses, counseling, lost wages, and related costs
- Statewide victim compensation program
📞 503-378-5348
Pennsylvania
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Domestic Violence Hotline & Support
PCADV.ORGPennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence
- Statewide coalition supporting domestic violence programs
- Connects survivors to local shelters and advocacy services
- Safety planning and support resources
📞 1-800-932-4632 -
Civil Legal Aid
PALAWHELP.ORGPennsylvania Legal Aid Network
- Free civil legal assistance for eligible Pennsylvania residents
- Family law, housing, consumer, and public benefits matters
- Statewide legal aid referral network
📞 1-800-322-7572 -
Protection Order Forms & Court Help
PA CourtsUnified Judicial System of Pennsylvania
- Court forms, self-help resources, and filing information
- Guidance for protection from abuse orders and family court matters
- Resources for self-represented litigants
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Child Care Assistance
Child Care WorksChild Care Works Program
- Helps eligible families pay for child care
- Supports employment, education, and training participation
- Administered through Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
📞 1-877-472-5437 -
Victim Compensation / Victim Assistance
Victim AssistancePennsylvania Victims Compensation Assistance Program
- Financial assistance for eligible crime victims
- May help with medical expenses, counseling, lost wages, and related costs
- Statewide victim compensation program
📞 1-800-233-2339
Rhode Island
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Domestic Violence Hotline & Support
RICADV.ORGRhode Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence
- Statewide coalition supporting domestic violence programs
- Connects survivors to local shelters and advocacy services
- Safety planning and support resources
📞 1-800-494-8100 -
Civil Legal Aid
RILS.ORGRhode Island Legal Services
- Free civil legal assistance for eligible Rhode Island residents
- Family law, housing, consumer, and public benefits matters
- Statewide legal aid services
📞 401-274-2652 -
Protection Order Forms & Court Help
Rhode Island CourtsRhode Island Judiciary
- Court forms, self-help resources, and filing information
- Guidance for protective orders and family court matters
- Resources for self-represented litigants
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Child Care Assistance
RI Child Care AssistanceRhode Island Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)
- Helps eligible families pay for child care
- Supports employment, education, and training participation
- Administered through the Rhode Island Department of Human Services
📞 1-855-697-4347 -
Victim Compensation / Victim Assistance
Victim AssistanceRhode Island Crime Victim Compensation Program
- Financial assistance for eligible crime victims
- May help with medical expenses, counseling, lost wages, and related costs
- Statewide victim compensation program
📞 401-462-7653
South Carolina
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Domestic Violence Hotline & Support
SCCADVASA.ORGSouth Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
- Statewide coalition supporting domestic violence and sexual assault programs
- Connects survivors to local shelters and advocacy services
- Safety planning and support resources
📞 1-800-260-9293 -
Civil Legal Aid
SCLEGAL.ORGSouth Carolina Legal Services
- Free civil legal assistance for eligible South Carolina residents
- Family law, housing, consumer, and public benefits matters
- Statewide legal aid services
📞 1-888-346-5592 -
Protection Order Forms & Court Help
South Carolina CourtsSouth Carolina Judicial Branch
- Court forms, self-help resources, and filing information
- Guidance for orders of protection and family court matters
- Resources for self-represented litigants
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Child Care Assistance
SC Child Care AssistanceSouth Carolina Child Care Scholarship Program
- Helps eligible families pay for child care
- Supports employment, education, and training participation
- Administered through South Carolina DSS
📞 1-800-476-0199 -
Victim Compensation / Victim Assistance
Victim AssistanceSouth Carolina Crime Victim Compensation Fund
- Financial assistance for eligible crime victims
- May help with medical expenses, counseling, lost wages, and related costs
- Statewide victim compensation program
📞 803-734-1900
South Dakota
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Domestic Violence Hotline & Support
SDNAFVSA.COMSouth Dakota Network Against Family Violence and Sexual Assault
- Statewide coalition supporting domestic violence and sexual assault programs
- Connects survivors to local shelters and advocacy services
- Safety planning and support resources
📞 605-945-0869 -
Civil Legal Aid
ERLS.ORGEast River Legal Services
- Free civil legal assistance for eligible South Dakota residents
- Family law, housing, consumer, and public benefits matters
- Statewide legal aid referrals and services
📞 1-800-952-3015 -
Protection Order Forms & Court Help
South Dakota CourtsSouth Dakota Unified Judicial System
- Court forms, self-help resources, and filing information
- Guidance for protection orders and family court matters
- Resources for self-represented litigants
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Child Care Assistance
SD Child Care AssistanceSouth Dakota Child Care Assistance Program
- Helps eligible families pay for child care
- Supports employment, education, and training participation
- Administered through South Dakota Department of Social Services
📞 1-800-227-3020 -
Victim Compensation / Victim Assistance
Victim AssistanceSouth Dakota Crime Victims' Compensation Program
- Financial assistance for eligible crime victims
- May help with medical expenses, counseling, lost wages, and related costs
- Statewide victim compensation program
📞 605-773-6313
Tennessee
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Domestic Violence Hotline & Support
TNCOALITION.ORGTennessee Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence
- Statewide coalition supporting domestic violence and sexual assault programs
- Connects survivors to local shelters and advocacy services
- Safety planning and support resources
📞 615-386-9406 -
Civil Legal Aid
LAS.ORGLegal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands
- Free civil legal assistance for eligible Tennessee residents
- Family law, housing, consumer, and public benefits matters
- Statewide legal aid referrals and services
📞 1-800-238-1443 -
Protection Order Forms & Court Help
TN CourtsTennessee Administrative Office of the Courts
- Court forms, self-help resources, and filing information
- Guidance for orders of protection and family court matters
- Resources for self-represented litigants
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Child Care Assistance
TN Child Care AssistanceTennessee Child Care Payment Assistance Program
- Helps eligible families pay for child care
- Supports employment, education, and training participation
- Administered through Tennessee DHS
📞 1-866-311-4287 -
Victim Compensation / Victim Assistance
Victim AssistanceTennessee Criminal Injuries Compensation Program
- Financial assistance for eligible crime victims
- May help with medical expenses, counseling, lost wages, and related costs
- Statewide victim compensation program
📞 615-741-2734
Texas
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Domestic Violence Hotline & Support
TCFV.ORGTexas Council on Family Violence
- Statewide coalition supporting domestic violence programs
- Connects survivors to local shelters and advocacy services
- Safety planning and support resources
📞 1-800-525-1978 -
Civil Legal Aid
TEXASLAWHELP.ORGTexasLawHelp
- Free legal information and legal aid referrals
- Family law, housing, consumer, and public benefits matters
- Statewide legal help resource
📞 1-800-504-7030 -
Protection Order Forms & Court Help
Texas CourtsTexas Judicial Branch Self-Help
- Court forms, self-help resources, and filing information
- Guidance for protective orders and family court matters
- Resources for self-represented litigants
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Child Care Assistance
Texas Child Care ServicesTexas Workforce Commission Child Care Services
- Helps eligible families pay for child care
- Supports employment, education, and training participation
- Administered through local workforce boards
📞 1-800-628-5115 -
Victim Compensation / Victim Assistance
Victim AssistanceTexas Crime Victims' Compensation Program
- Financial assistance for eligible crime victims
- May help with medical expenses, counseling, lost wages, and related costs
- Statewide victim compensation program
📞 1-800-983-9933