Violence, Abuse, and Neglect

FLORIDA ABUSE HOTLINE:

To report abuse, neglect, or exploitation of children and elderly or disabled adults contact the toll-free Abuse Hotline at (800) 962-2873 or TDD (800) 453-5145. For more information click http://www.dcf.state.fl.us/programs/abuse.

FLORIDA COALITION AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE:

The coalition works towards ending violence through public awareness, policy development, and support for Florida's domestic violence centers. The centers provide shelter and protection for those who have suffered domestic violence. For more information and for a list of the centers, call the toll-free number (800) 500-1119 or TTY (800) 621-4202 and view their website by clicking www.fcadv.org. The website and the centers also provide information on getting legal help.

FLORIDA COALITION AGAINST HUMAN TRAFFICKING:

The coalition provides outreach and services to victims of human trafficking throughout the State of Florida by developing support programs, networking, training, and referrals to victims in need. For more information view their website by clicking www.StopHumanTrafficking.org or call toll-free (800) 373-7888.

FLORIDA COUNCIL AGAINST SEXUAL VIOLENCE:

The council is a statewide nonprofit organization committed to victims and survivors of sexual violence and the rape crisis programs who serve them. For further information and a list of rape crisis centers, click www.fcasv.org.

OTHER RESOURCES

Be sure to look at the other topics listed in the Medical Help Section by clicking Referral Links.