Resources

Crisis Text Line ~ text home to 714741 from anywhere in the United States. Crisis text line is here for any crisis. A live, trained Crisis Counselor receives the text and platform. The volunteer Crisis Counselor will help you move from a hot minute to a cool moment. 
https://www.crisistextline.org

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline ~ 1-800-273-8255

Suicide and Crisis Lifeline ~The 988 suicide and crisis lifelines are a US based suicide prevention network of over 160 crisis centers that provide 24/7 service via a toll-free hotline with the number 9-8-8. It is available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. 
https://988lifeline.org/

1-800-Don’t-Cut – More info on self-injury

S.A.F.E Alternatives: Referrals for therapists and tips for how to stop
https://selfinjury.com/

1-800-273-Talk – A 24-hour crisis hotline if you’re about to self-harm or are in an emergency situation

1-800-334-HELP – Self Injury Foundation’s 24-hour national crisis line

1-877-332-7333 – Real Help for Teen’s help line

1-800-273-8255 Press 1

US Department of Veterans Affairs, Mental Health
https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/

Cal Veterans
https://www.calvet.ca.gov/

Lifeline for Vets
https://nvf.org/veteran-resources/

LA County Department of Public Social Services
https://dpss.lacounty.gov/en/veterans.html

Salute America’s Heroes
https://saluteheroes.org/get-help/resources/

1-800-656-HOPE (4673) 

Sexual Assault Victims Services: 1-949-831-9110

RAPE Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE(4673)

24 – Hour Hotlines & Treatment Centers

National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE 

National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE
https://www.thehotline.org/

Peace Over Violence: 310-392-8381

Sexual Assault Victim Services: 949-831-9110 or 714-957-2737 

Domestic Violence Hotline 1-714-935-7956

California Courts Self-Help Center
https://www.courts.ca.gov/selfhelp.htm?rdeLocaleAttr=en

California Law Information
https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/

L.A. Gay & Lesbian Center STOP Domestic Violence Program
https://lalgbtcenter.org/social-service-and-housing/content/domestic-violence-services

One Love: One Love empowers young people with the tools and resources they need to see the signs of healthy and unhealthy relationships and bring life-saving prevention education to their communities.
https://www.joinonelove.org/

Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network
https://www.rainn.org/

The National Center for Victims of Crime: The mission of the National Center for Victims of Crime is to forge a national commitment to help victims of crime rebuild their lives. We are dedicated to serving individuals, families, and communities harmed by crime. 
https://victimsofcrime.org/

Rainbow Services: Rainbow Services is committed to helping all domestic violence survivors, regardless of gender or sexual identity, sexual orientation, number of children, citizenship status, or other factors that might limit their access to safety and assistance. All services are offered in English and Spanish, and translation / interpretation for other languages is available as needed. Rainbow provides supportive services and education to survivors of domestic violence and their children at our community centers and shelters all through a guided and personalized program in a JUDGEMENT-FREE environment, FREE of charge.
https://rainbowservicesdv.org/

The National Domestic Violence Hotline – 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text: “START” to 88788  TTY# 1-800-787-3224 
https://www.thehotline.org/

The National Domestic Violence Hotline is a 24-hour confidential service for survivors, victims, and those affected by domestic violence, intimate partner violence and relationship abuse. Advocates are available at 1-800-799-SAFE  and through online chatting.
https://www.thehotline.org/

1736 Crisis Center –  Los Angeles nonprofit shelter and outpatient services for domestic violence survivors, runaway and homeless youth, low-income people, persons in crisis.
https://www.1736familycrisiscenter.org/ 

Rainbow Services – Rainbow Services is committed to helping all domestic violence survivors, regardless of gender or sexual identity, sexual orientation, number of children, citizenship status, or other factors that might limit their access to safety and assistance. All services are offered in English and Spanish, and translation/interpretation for other languages is available as needed. Rainbow provides supportive services and education to survivors of domestic violence and their children at our community centers and shelters all through a guided and personalized program in a JUDGEMåENT-FREE environment, FREE of charge.
https://rainbowservicesdv.org/

The National Domestic Violence Hotline – 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text: “START” to 88788  TTY# 1-800-787-3224 
https://www.thehotline.org/

The National Domestic Violence Hotline is a 24-hour confidential service for survivors, victims, and those affected by domestic violence, intimate partner violence and relationship abuse. Advocates are available at 1-800-799-SAFE  and through online chatting.
https://www.thehotline.org/

1736 Crisis Center –  Los Angeles nonprofit shelter and outpatient services for domestic violence survivors, runaway and homeless youth, low-income people, persons in crisis.
https://www.1736familycrisiscenter.org/ 

Rainbow Services – Rainbow Services is committed to helping all domestic violence survivors, regardless of gender or sexual identity, sexual orientation, number of children, citizenship status, or other factors that might limit their access to safety and assistance. All services are offered in English and Spanish, and translation/interpretation for other languages is available as needed. Rainbow provides supportive services and education to survivors of domestic violence and their children at our community centers and shelters all through a guided and personalized program in a JUDGEMåENT-FREE environment, FREE of charge.
https://rainbowservicesdv.org/

Trans Lifeline 1-877-565-8860 for the transgender community

Trevor Lifeline 1-866-488-7386 for LGBTQIA+ youth

The Trevor Project Our trained counselors understand the challenges LGBTQIA+ young people face. They will listen without judgment. All of your conversations are confidential, and you can share as much or as little as you’d like. 
https://www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help/ 

Los Angeles LGBT Center ~ Since 1969 the Los Angeles LGBT Center has cared for, championed, and celebrated LGBT individuals and families in Los Angeles and beyond. Today the Center’s nearly 800 employees provide services for more LGBT people than any other organization in the world, offering programs, services, and global advocacy that span four broad categories: Health, Social Services and Housing, Culture and Education, Leadership and Advocacy. 
https://lalgbtcenter.org/about-the-center

 L.A. Gay & Lesbian Center STOP Domestic Violence Program 
https://lalgbtcenter.org/social-service-and-housing/content/domestic-violence-services

A California state law was created in January 2001 that allows an infant to be safely surrendered voluntarily to police, fire, or hospital facility, by a parent or person with lawful custody, within 72 hours of the birth. You have 14 days from the date you give up the baby to regain custody. 

To find the nearest safe surrender site, call 1-877-BABYSAF (222-9723) 
https://211la.org/safely-surrender-baby

County of Los Angeles Baby Safe Surrender
https://lacounty.gov/residents/public-safety/baby-safe-surrender-program/ 

Safe Surrender Helpline: 1-877-222-9723

Don Knabe Safe Surrender Scholarship: All children adopted through the Los Angeles County Safe Surrender Program are eligible to apply within three years from the time they turn 17. The scholarships may be used at accredited United States institutions for higher education educational institutions which may include community colleges, trade or vocational schools, or universities. Scholarship values will vary and are based on the number of applicants and available funding.
https://longbeachcf.org/safe-surrender-scholarship/

Administration (SAMHSA): National Helpline 1-800-662-4357 for information on support and treatment facilities in your area, 

American Addiction Centers – 1-877-762-9456 24/7 available resources about addiction and recovery. Information about their treatment process
https://drugabuse.com/

Alcoholics Anonymous 
https://www.aa.org/

Al-Anon 
https://al-anon.org/ 

Toll-free hotline 1-888-373-7888 – Anti-Trafficking Hotline Advocates are available 24/7 to take reports of potential human trafficking. 

Text the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 233733

You may submit a tip online through the anonymous reporting tool. 

If the situation is urgent or occurred within the last 24 hours we would encourage you to call, text, or chat.  All reports are confidential and you may remain anonymous. Interpreters are available via phone call only. 
https://humantraffickinghotline.org/en

1-800-RUNAWAY (786-2929)

The National Runaway Safeline is the national communications system designated by the United States federal government for runaway and homeless youth, their parents and families, teens in crisis, and others who might benefit from it’s services, It is confidential, anonymous, non-judgmental, non-directive, and free. The hotline number is 1-800-RUNAWAY. Calls are answered everyday of the year, 24 hours a day. 
https://www.1800runaway.org/

The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) provides resources, technical assistance, and prevention services to victims, families, and the public, as well as support to law enforcement agencies at the federal, state, and local levels in cases involving missing  and exploited children. 

NCMEC’s 24-hour hotline, 1-800-THE-LOST  (843-5678)
https://www.missingkids.org/

800-540-4000

If calling from outside of California: 213-639-4500
TDD – Telecommunication device for the deaf: 800-272-6699
https://mandreptla.org/cars.web/

This website provides information on registered sex offenders pursuant to California Penal Code S290.46 so that members of the public can better protect their families. 
https://www.meganslaw.ca.gov/

Agency to help elder adults (60 years and older) and dependent adults (18-59 who are disabled) 

To report elder abuse, call 1-833-401-8032 and when prompted enter your five digit zip code to be connected to the Adult Protective Services in your county, 7 days a week, 24 hours  day. 
https://www.cdss.ca.gov/adult-protective-services

Parents of Murdered Children (POMC) hold monthly meetings, provide support, advocacy and court accompaniment. Many POMC Chapters publish their own newsletters and have designed and implemented special programs to meet the needs of survivors in their area.  Find your local chapter:
https://www.pomc.com/chapters/

To be put in touch with a MADD Victim Advocate in your area or if you need to speak with someone immediately, call MADD’s Victim/Survivor Helpline 27/7 at 1-877-MADD-HELP
https://madd.org/

To report a case of animal cruelty, neglect or abuse, please contact your local law enforcement agency. Search for the proper authorities in your area. If the police are unresponsive, please call PETA immediately at 1-757-622-7382 
https://www.peta.org/about-peta/contact-peta/report-cruelty/

ONE-generation Our mission is to support and enrich the lives of older adults, children, and families throughout our diverse communities.
https://www.onegeneration.org/about-us/

Communitiy’s Child – Community’s Child Residential Living and Personal Development Program is open to homeless single mothers over the age of eighteen years, with an infant under the age of twelve months. All applicants must be clean and sober, free from communicable diseases and demonstrate a high level of motivation to achieve self-sufficiency through attendance in school, college, job readiness programs and employment. 
https://www.communityschild.org/index.php?id=Programs