Domestic violence safety and housing help in Indiana
The short answer
If you are in danger, call 911. The 24 hour hotline listed by the Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence is 1 800 332 7385. You can also text START to 88788.
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Hotline and local programs
The Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence lists programs in seven regions and a 24 hour hotline, 1 800 332 7385, answered by a live person. 211 also gives confidential referrals to local agencies.
Official page: icadvinc.org/find-help/dv-programs
Protection orders
The Indiana courts' Self Service Legal Center explains how to get a protection order. For no cost legal help, call Indiana Legal Services at 1 844 243 8570.
Official pages: in.gov/courts/selfservice/protection-orders, indianalegalservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Eviction-KYR-9.2022.pdf
Your housing rights
Under the federal Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), people in many HUD assisted homes can't be denied or evicted because they are survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault or stalking.
Official page: hud.gov/vawa
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Sources last checked October 27, 2026. If something has changed, please tell us so we can fix it.
Nothing here is a promise of a bed, money or a spot in any program. Each place decides who it can serve. You choose what feels right for you.