Domestic Violence Prevention and Intervention

Need Help Now?

Domestic Violence Helpline: 

  • 1-877-TO END DV or 1-877-863-6338 (Voice)
  • 1-877-863-6339 (TTY)

The helpline is toll free, multilingual, and confidential.  It is available 24-hours a day, 7 days a week.

What is the purpose of this service?

Domestic violence prevention and intervention programs are located throughout Illinois to provide safety assistance, shelter, and services to victims of domestic violence.

Who can receive these services?

Services are free and private.

Services are available regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, religion, income, disability, or sexual orientation.

You do not have to leave the abuser or your home to get help.

The Helpline Operator or the local agency will decide what services from the program will assist you at either the first meeting or via the telephone call.

To locate a Domestic Violence Center, visit:  DHS Office and Service Provider Locator

The list identifies a center or agency in a nearby city or surrounding area as well as the local hotline number(s).

What services are offered?

Services include:

  • a 24-hour crisis hotline that provides:

    • support
    • information
    • referral
  • counseling
  • safety planning
  • legal advocacy
  • children's services
  • temporary food and housing
  • education about domestic violence
  • outreach to individuals who are victims of domestic violence
  • educating youth in school how to identify and avoid domestic violence
    • What is Domestic Violence and what can be done to avoid it?
  • working with police and law enforcement to better protect victims and their families

Programs may also provide:

  • Emergency medical care
  • Emergency transportation
  • Employment assistance
  • Educational assistance
  • Childcare

How to apply?

Contact a local domestic violence center/agency in your city for assistance and services:

  • State of Illinois' Domestic Violence Helpline at:
    • 1-877-TO END DV or 877-863-6338 (Voice)
    • 1-877-863-6339 (TTY)
  • Use the DHS Office and Service Provider Locator for a list of Domestic Violence Victim Services

Additional Information:

Chicago Domestic Violence Information Website