for when you need a person now
Somewhere to call
Every number here is free, and the people who answer are used to hard calls.
Right now
If you're in crisis, or can't hold it alone tonight. Free, private, open all night.
If you're not safe at home. You can also chat online at thehotline.org.
Around the clock, and connects you to a shelter near you.
If you or the children are in danger right now.
Legal questions
Post a question privately, and a volunteer lawyer answers.
Free legal advice for survivors on weekdays, in English and Spanish.
Plain guides, and legal aid offices near you.
Help finding a lawyer for a first conversation.
Everyday help
Local help with rent, food, utilities and more. Tell them your county.
Apply through the Florida Department of Children and Families. Search MyACCESS Florida.
Food and support for mothers and children under five.
Ask about the School Readiness program.
Their Child Support program can help set up or enforce an order.
This list is for Florida. If you live somewhere else in the US, 988, 2-1-1 and the national hotline work wherever you are.