HELP-GIVING RESOURCES
NATIONAL DOMESTIC
VIOLENCE HOTLINE 1800 799-SAFE
This hotline provides information, support, and referral to
battered women’s shelters in your area. Web site: www.ndvh.org
IMPACT:
Full-contact self-defense training for women using padded
instructors who pose as assailants. Courses teach verbal skills to
avoid confrontation, ways to make victimization less likely, and
techniques designed specifically for the physical advantages women
bring to self-defense. Available in most major American cities. For
additional information, call IMPACT at 323 467-2288.
Web site: www.impactpersonalsafety.com
BIG BROTHERS / BIG
SISTERS OF AMERICA:
215 567-7000 for a number in your area and details on how these
exceptional mentoring programs work.
Web site: www.bbbs.org
ALANON FAMILY
GROUPS:
Helps families affected by alcoholism and addiction. Special groups
for children and teens are available in most areas. Alanon is
reached through directory assistance or through a local office of
Alcoholics Anonymous. Or call 757 563-1600.
Web site: www.al-anon.alateen.org.
NATIONAL CENTER FOR
VICTIMS OF CRIME: 1800 394-2255
Information and support for victims of crime. The Center also
sponsors research, training for corporate and government
administrators. a central repository of criminal justice
information, statistics, and solutions. Web site: www.ncvc.org