This resource page is part of my survivor advocacy work connected to my memoir, Hey Vic!
My hope is that these numbers make it easier for a child or adult to quickly reach the help they need.
Child Abuse, Neglect & Sexual Abuse Support – Help Is Available
800-422-4453
If you or a child may be in danger, please trust your instincts and reach out.
You deserve support, safety, and to be taken seriously.
If a child is in immediate danger, call 911.
Child Abuse & Neglect – U.S. National Support
Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline
Call or text: 1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453)
Available 24/7. Confidential support for child abuse, neglect, and maltreatment.
Interpreters are available in many languages.
Child Sexual Abuse & Sexual Assault Support
800-656-4673
RAINN – National Sexual Assault Hotline
Call: 1-800-656-HOPE (1-800-656-4673)
Confidential support, referrals, and online chat options.
Stop It Now! – Prevention & Support Line
Call: 1-888-PREVENT (1-888-773-8368)
Support and guidance related to preventing and responding to child sexual abuse.
Darkness to Light – Sexual Abuse Prevention & Education
Call: 866-FOR-LIGHT (866-367-5444)
Resources and guidance for adults and caregivers.
Related Support for Children and Families
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Call: 1-800-799-SAFE (1-800-799-7233)
TTY: 1-800-787-3224
Support for domestic violence situations that may affect children and families.
National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC)
Call: 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678)
Reporting and support for missing, exploited, or at-risk children.
National Runaway Safeline
Call: 1-800-RUNAWAY (1-800-786-2929)
Confidential support for youth in crisis and their families.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text: 988
24/7 emotional support for people in distress, including youth and caregivers.
International & Online Safety Resources
INHOPE – International Hotline Network
Report child sexual abuse material online and find your country’s reporting line.
If you live outside the United States, your local emergency number can connect you with child protection services in your area.
