Family Violence and Spouse Abuse

Victims of family violence often feel helpless, alone and scared. Help is out there, around the clock.



Emergency Children's Services Hotline
To report child abuse or maltreatment emergencies during non-business hours, call the Administration for Children's Services' hotline.

Monday-Friday, 4:30 pm to 8:30 am,
Weekends, 24 hours a day
(212) 966-8000

Incest Helpline
Call for information, treatment and protection relating to incest.
7 days a week, 24 hours a day
(212) 227-3000

New York State Domestic Violence Hotline
The NYS Domestic Violence Hotline provides referrals to counseling, shelter, and other services for survivors of domestic abuse.

English, 7 days a week, 24 hours a day
(800) 942-6906

Spanish, 7 days a week, 24 hours a day
(800) 942-6908

New York State Registry for Child Abuse and Maltreatment
You can report child abuse and maltreatment and get information on social service programs.

English, Spanish, many other languages,
7 days a week, 24 hours a day
(800) 342-3720, TTY (800) 638-5163

Victim Services' Domestic Violence Hotline
Call Victim Services' toll-free Domestic Violence Hotline anytime for counseling and direct services.

7 days a week, 24 hours a day
(800) 621-HOPE (4673)

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The Public Advocate's Office • 1 Centre Street, 15th Floor • New York, NY 10007 • General Inquiries: (212) 669-7200
Ombudsman Services: (212) 669-7250 • Fax: (212) 669-4091