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Domestic Violence Help, Safety and Housing in Rhode Island

How to reach a confidential domestic violence helpline in Rhode Island, find shelter and advocacy at Sojourner House and other member agencies, and get safe phone service.

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Hi friend. If someone is hurting you or scaring you, you deserve to be safe. These lines are private and free, and you decide what to do next. If you are in danger right now, call 911.

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Quick answers

Who do I call in Rhode Island for domestic violence?

The Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence runs a confidential statewide helpline at 800 494 8100, available 24/7. There is also an online chat. It is for victims of domestic and dating abuse and other violent crime, and for people who want to help a victim.

Official page: ricadv.org

What does Sojourner House offer?

Sojourner House has a 24/7 helpline at 401 765 3232. The helpline is confidential and calls show as blocked numbers. It offers emergency shelter, a drop in advocacy and resource center, legal support, counseling, support groups and supportive housing, for survivors of domestic violence, sexual abuse and human trafficking.

Official page: sojournerri.org

Is there a national hotline too?

Yes. The National Domestic Violence Hotline is 800 799 7233. You can also chat with an advocate online, or text START to 88788.

Official page: thehotline.org

Which agencies are part of the Rhode Island coalition?

Member agencies include Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center, Domestic Violence Resource Center of South County, Elizabeth Buffum Chace Center, Women's Resource Center, Sojourner House, Crossroads Rhode Island, Family Service of Rhode Island, McAuley Ministries, Progreso Latino and YWCA RI. They give emergency and support services to victims of domestic, dating and sexual violence and stalking.

Official page: ricadv.org

Can I get a safe phone plan?

Lifeline can lower the cost of phone or internet service. Survivors of domestic violence can qualify and get up to 6 months of emergency Lifeline support, with extra privacy protection. Call the Lifeline Support Center at 800 234 9473.

Official page: lifelinesupport.org/how-to-qualify

Your next steps

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Call 911 if you are in danger now.
Call 800 494 8100 or 401 765 3232 any time, day or night.
Ask about shelter, a safety plan and legal help.
Ask about a safe phone through Lifeline.

All done. You are ready, friend.

Bunkly tip: the Rhode Island coalition reports that shelter and housing are the most common requests programs cannot meet. If a shelter is full, keep calling and ask about advocacy and other help in the meantime.