How to find help for domestic violence survivors in Central Florida

Christie Zizo, Digital Journalist

Published: May 30, 2024 at 2:26 PM

ORLANDO, Fla. – If you need help getting out of an abusive situation, or getting someone you care about out of an abusive situation, you can call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233, or text “START” to 88788. You can also go to the hotline website and chat with a representative.

You can also find domestic violence shelters and groups in almost every Central Florida county:

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