# Domestic Violence (Men) Help Resources - Montana ## National Resources - **National Domestic Violence Hotline:** - **Phone:** 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) | TTY: 1-800-787-3224 - **Text:** Text START to 88788 - **Website:** [https://www.thehotline.org](https://www.thehotline.org/) - **Services Provided:** 24/7 support, safety planning, resources for men experiencing abuse. - **Men's Domestic Violence Support Line:** - **Phone:** [Insert phone number] - **Website:** [Insert link] - **Description:** Support specifically for male survivors of domestic abuse. ## Statewide Domestic Violence Services for Men - **Montana Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence (MCADSV)** - **Phone:** 1-888-404-7794 - **Website:** [https://www.mcadsv.com/](https://www.mcadsv.com/) - **Services Provided:** Connects individuals with local programs offering direct services to victims of domestic and sexual violence across Montana. ## Regional Domestic Violence Services for Men ### Missoula - **YWCA Missoula - Pathways Program** - **Phone:** 24-hour crisis line: (406) 542-1944 or (800) 483-7858 - **Website:** [https://www.ywcamissoula.org/services/domestic-sexual-violence/](https://www.ywcamissoula.org/services/domestic-sexual-violence/) - **Office Location:** 1130 W. Broadway, Missoula, MT 59802 - **Specialized Services:** Safe shelter, crisis counseling, support groups, legal advocacy for survivors of domestic and sexual violence. ### Kalispell - **Abbie Shelter** - **Phone:** 24-hour crisis line: (406) 752-7273 - **Website:** [https://www.abbieshelter.org/](https://www.abbieshelter.org/) - **Office Location:** 1003 Main Street, Kalispell, MT 59901 - **Specialized Services:** Emergency shelter, crisis intervention, support groups, legal advocacy for survivors of domestic violence. ### Helena - **The Friendship Center** - **Phone:** (406) 442-6800 - **Website:** [https://www.thefriendshipcenter.org/](https://www.thefriendshipcenter.org/) - **Office Location:** 1430 Sanders Street, Helena, MT 59601 - **Specialized Services:** Safe haven, crisis counseling, support for those affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking. ### Billings - **Billings Domestic Violence Unit** - **Phone:** (406) 657-8469 - **Website:** [https://www.billingsmt.gov/1034/Domestic-Violence-Unit](https://www.billingsmt.gov/1034/Domestic-Violence-Unit) - **Office Location:** 220 N. 27th Street, Billings, MT 59101 - **Specialized Services:** Assistance to victims of misdemeanor violent crimes, including domestic violence; support through the legal process. ## Reporting Domestic Violence - **Montana Domestic Violence Reporting Hotline:** - **Phone:** [Insert phone number] - **Website:** [Insert link] - **How to Report:** Contact local law enforcement or the Montana Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence for guidance on reporting abuse and accessing support services. ## Online Support Services - **WomensLaw.org - Montana Resources** - **Website:** [https://www.womenslaw.org/find-help/mt](https://www.womenslaw.org/find-help/mt) - **Features:** Legal information, resources for survivors of abuse in Montana, including information on protection orders and local support services. ## Educational Resources - **Montana Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence** - **Website:** [https://www.mcadsv.com/](https://www.mcadsv.com/) - **Description:** Provides information on domestic and sexual violence, advocacy, public education, and resources for survivors. ## Additional Support - **Montana Legal Services Association** - **Phone:** [Insert phone number] - **Website:** [Insert link] - **Services Provided:** Legal assistance for low-income individuals facing issues including domestic violence, family law, and more. --- _Updated as of December 17, 2024. For updates or corrections, please contact the Montana Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence at [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])._