Resources
Below is a curated list of resources and information to support and guide one's journey.
Domestic Violence Information
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Domestic Violence Statistics | National Domestic Violence Hotline
Dynamics of Abuse | National Domestic Violence Hotline
Signs of Abuse | National Domestic Violence Hotline
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Domestic Violence Survivor Resources
l6 Steps to Support a Survivor
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Create an Escape Plan | National Domestic Violence Hotline
Domestic Shelters
Domestic Violence Resources by State
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Domestic Violence Resources (Global)
Live Your Dream Resources
Love is Respect
National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (each state has its own)
National Center on Domestic Violence Trauma, and Mental Health
National Domestic Violence Hotline
National Network to End Domestic Violence
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Supporting Survivors | No More
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Tipsheet: When Someone You Know is Being Abused
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Free Legal Aid
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Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault State Coalitions
(many offer legal support)
Guide to Domestic Violence Law in America
Find a Lawyer | Women’s Law
Legal Information by State | Women’s Law
Preparing for Court / Forms | Women’s Law
Pro Bono Volunteer Guide by State | Pro Bono Net
This is designed for people seeking an opportunity for volunteering in a legal project.
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Mental Health Resources
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Mental Health America
Mental Health Resources | Mental Health First Aid
Mental Health Resources for Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) | Mass General Hospital
National Institute of Mental Health
National Mental Health Organizations
Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration's National Helpline
The Holistic Psychologist
The National Center on Domestic Violence, Trauma & Mental Health
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Health Care
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Reproductive Rights Resources
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American Civil Liberties Union
Center for Reproductive Law and Policy
Center for Reproductive Rights
National Abortion and Reproductive Rights Action League
National Association of Social Workers
National Women’s Health Network
Sexual and Reproductive Justice Resources
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Education Resources, Grants/Scholarships
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American Association of University Women’s Fellowships
Educational Grant | Live Your Dream
Jeannette Rankin Women’s Scholarship Fund
Women’s Independence Scholarship Program
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Free Learning Resources
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Duolingo - Learn a new language
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Employment Resources
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ACCESS
Career One Stop
Dress for Success
Skills to Get the Job
Reachire
Upwardly Global
Women’s Opportunity Center | Resumes & Cover Letters
Women’s Opportunity Center | Job Search Websites
Women’s Opportunity Center | Acing the Interview
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act
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Financial Resources
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Allstate Financial Literacy Program
Financial Assistance for Food, Housing, and Bills
Free Stuff for Low-income Families
National Endowment for Financial Education
Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families
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Self-Care Information
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45 Simple Self-Care Practices for a Healthy Mind, Body, and Soul
How to Start Regulating Your Nervous System
Mental Health and Wellness Tools | Kaiser Permanente
Nervous System Regulation - Dr. Linnea
Resources for Self-Care
Self-Care Guidance and Suggestions
The Importance of Self-Care | Ted Talks
Why You Need a Self-Care Plan | Mindful
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Mindfulness & Breathing Resources
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Black Girls Breathing
Calm
Free Audio Meditations
Getting Started with Breathwork
Guided Meditations
Guided Meditation for Beginners from Quiet Kit
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Free Yoga Classes
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Echo Flow Yoga | Trauma-informed Yoga
Hannah Uiri | Trauma-informed Yoga
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Journaling Resources
10 Journaling Tips to Help You Heal, Grow and Thrive
60 Journal Prompts for Self-Love, Self-Discovery
105 Writing Prompts for Self-Reflection and Self-Discovery
Art Journaling
Benefits of Journaling for Mental Health
Burning Letters: The Therapy of Letter Writing and Letting Go
Gratitude Journaling
Healing through Private Words
How to Start Journaling and Keep at It
Science-Backed Ways To Use Writing As Therapy
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Physical Health Resources
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Studio Jibby
Free App | Workout for Women
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Pay It Forward Ideas
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25 Frugal Ways to "Pay It Forward" | Wise Bread
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About Self Care
Self-care is anything you do to take care of yourself, so you are nourished on physical, mental, and emotional levels.
Self-care isn’t only about easy and fun activities; it is also about the deep work of healing trauma and rewriting your inner narratives and beliefs. However, the intention is always the same.
The work we do to take care of ourselves comes from the core belief that we are worthy of being healthy and happy. We are worthy of our own love, care, and affection.
About Domestic Violence Resources
These resources provide guidance on national resources available, as well as how to locate state-based services.
Although we could not list services for all 52 states, please know that state-based services exist and can be found by exploring the links below and through independent research.