FOR IMMEDIATE ASSISTANCE:
National Domestic Violence Hotline: (800) 799-7231
Open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, this line is a resource for safety information and can connect any caller with shelters and protection advocates in their area.
VINE (vinelink.com):
Active in 47 states, vinelink.com allows women to search for an offender in custody by name or identification number, then register to be alerted if the offender has been released, transferred, or has escaped.
Women's Law (womenslaw.org):
This site has state-by-state legal information and resources for victims, as well as advice on how to leave an abusive situation, gather evidence of abuse, and prepare for court.
FINANCIAL & MEDICAL RESOURCES:
Amy's Courage Fund (nnedv.org/projects):
The fund gives emergency financial assistance to women trying to escape a domestic abuse situation. Grants are available for up to $2,000.
Education and Job Training Assistance Fund (nnedv.org/projects):
Grants from the Allstate Foundation to help domestic violence victims enter and stay in the workforce. The money (up to $1,000) can be used for classes, clothes, computers, and other resources.
Face to Face (800-842-4546):
This program provides free plastic and reconstructive surgery to victims who've sustained injuries to the face, head, or neck.
Give Back A Smile (800-773-4227):
Front teeth damaged by a violent partner or spouse are repaired pro bono.
VICTIM RESOURCES
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STOP! WAIT!
Don’t throw that old cell phone away!
Did you know by donating your used and/or broken phone you can help FNVWS raise funds?
When you donate your phone to FNVWS
you can be helping subsidize our non-profit organization.
Click on the link below to make a donation
http://www.wirelessfundraiser.com/WFR_Quickship.aspx?customerid=3363&LocationID=779
