# Domestic Violence (Women) Help Resources - Tennessee ## 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, referrals, and resources for survivors of domestic violence. - **RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network):** - **Phone:** 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) - **Website:** [https://www.rainn.org](https://www.rainn.org/) - **Description:** Support for survivors of sexual violence, including those experiencing domestic abuse. ## Statewide Domestic Violence Services for Women - **Tennessee Coalition to End Domestic & Sexual Violence** - **Phone:** (615) 386-9406 - **Website:** [https://tncoalition.org/](https://tncoalition.org/) - **Services Provided:** Statewide advocacy, training, and resources for domestic violence and sexual assault survivors, including crisis intervention, legal assistance, and shelter services. ## Regional Domestic Violence Services for Women ### Nashville & Middle Tennessee - **YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee** - **Phone:** 24-Hour Crisis & Support Helpline: 1-800-334-4628 - **Text:** (615) 983-5170 - **Website:** [https://www.ywcanashville.com/domestic-violence](https://www.ywcanashville.com/domestic-violence) - **Office Location:** 1608 Woodmont Blvd, Nashville, TN 37215 - **Specialized Services:** Shelter access, counseling, legal advocacy, and safety planning for women and their children. ### Knoxville Area - **Family Justice Center (Knoxville)** - **Phone:** (865) 215-6800 - **Website:** [https://fjcknoxville.com/](https://fjcknoxville.com/) - **Office Location:** 400 Harriet Tubman St, Knoxville, TN 37915 - **Specialized Services:** Coordinated care for survivors, including legal aid, law enforcement support, and counseling. ### Memphis Area - **The Family Safety Center of Memphis and Shelby County** - **Phone:** 24-Hour Hotline: (901) 222-4400 - **Website:** [https://familysafetycenter.org/](https://familysafetycenter.org/) - **Office Location:** 1750 Madison Avenue, Suite 600, Memphis, TN 38104 - **Specialized Services:** Safety planning, counseling, legal services, and emergency housing for women experiencing abuse. ### Chattanooga Area - **Partnership for Families, Children, and Adults** - **Phone:** (423) 755-2700 - **Website:** [https://www.partnershipfca.com/](https://www.partnershipfca.com/) - **Office Location:** 1800 McCallie Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37404 - **Specialized Services:** Crisis intervention, shelter access, and counseling for survivors of domestic violence and their children. ## Reporting Domestic Violence - **Tennessee Domestic Violence Hotline:** - **Phone:** 1-800-356-6767 - **Website:** [https://www.tn.gov/humanservices/for-families/child-support-services/domestic-violence-resources.html](https://www.tn.gov/humanservices/for-families/child-support-services/domestic-violence-resources.html) - **How to Report:** Contact the hotline for guidance on reporting abuse or filing for protective orders. ## Online Support Services - **DomesticShelters.org** - **Website:** [https://www.domesticshelters.org/](https://www.domesticshelters.org/) - **Features:** A searchable directory of shelters and services, as well as articles, safety tips, and survivor forums. ## Educational Resources - **Tennessee Coalition to End Domestic & Sexual Violence - Training Resources** - **Website:** [https://tncoalition.org/](https://tncoalition.org/) - **Description:** Workshops and online resources for survivors and advocates on recognizing abuse and rebuilding after leaving an abusive relationship. ## Additional Support - **Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands** - **Phone:** (615) 244-6610 - **Website:** [https://las.org/](https://las.org/) - **Services Provided:** Free legal assistance for low-income individuals, including representation in cases of domestic violence and protective orders. --- _Updated as of January 3, 2025. For updates or corrections, please contact the Tennessee Coalition to End Domestic & Sexual Violence at (615) 386-9406._