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Domestic Violence Help in Oregon: Safety, Shelter and Legal Help

Free and private help in Oregon if someone is hurting you: Call to Safety, the National Domestic Violence Hotline, shelters, Spanish language lines, and safety tips.

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Hi friend. You are not to blame, and you deserve to be safe. If you are in danger right now, call 911. If you can, use a phone or computer that the other person can't see.

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Quick answers

Who do I call to find a domestic violence shelter?

Call the Call to Safety Crisis Line at 888 235 5333 to find a domestic violence service provider or shelter. You can also visit ocadsv.org/find-help to search for local programs. For immediate danger, call 911.

Official page: oregon.gov/odhs/dv/pages/default.aspx

Is there a national hotline?

Yes. The National Domestic Violence Hotline is free, private and open 24 hours. Call 800 799 7233, or text START to 88788. You can also chat on their website.

Official page: thehotline.org

Is there help in Spanish and in Portland?

Línea UNICA answers in Spanish at 503 232 4448 or 888 232 4448, 24 hours. In Multnomah County, the Gateway Center at 503 988 6400 offers non shelter services, motel vouchers, housing help and restraining order support.

Official page: multco.us/node/498117

Can I get money or a safe mailing address?

Oregon's cash help program TA DVS can help with moving costs and items that support safety. The Oregon Department of Justice offers a free mail forwarding service that gives you a substitute mailing address. Many local ODHS offices have advocates who offer private safety planning.

Official page: oregon.gov/odhs/dv/pages/default.aspx

What about my phone and computer?

Computers and phones can be watched. Think about using a library, a work computer, a shelter or a trusted friend's device. Call 211 or text your zip code to 898211 for local help.

Official page: oregon.gov/odhs/dv/pages/default.aspx

Your next steps

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If you are in danger right now, call 911.
Call Call to Safety at 888 235 5333 or the National Hotline at 800 799 7233.
Use a safe phone or computer.
Ask about shelter, motel vouchers and a protection order.
Ask about the free mail forwarding service from the Oregon Department of Justice.

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