Community Crisis & Safety Resources

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

If you or someone you know is in danger, please call 911 immediately. The following resources are available 24/7 across Virginia, Alabama, Maryland, and Illinois.

🌐 Community Resources on the PEO Website

Find Crisis, Safety, and Support Resources in One Place

PEO provides organized resource directories to help individuals, families, military-connected communities, professionals, and organizations quickly locate safety information, crisis support, and specialized assistance.

Resource Directory

Community Crisis & Safety Resources

Crisis & Safety Resources

PEO's website features a comprehensive Community Crisis & Safety Resources directory covering Virginia, Alabama, Maryland, and Illinois including local law enforcement, domestic violence hotlines, sexual assault hotlines, CPS, and mental health emergency services. Visit: protecteachone.com

National Resource Database

Access PEO's National Resource Database covering all 50 states with hotlines for domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, elder abuse, mental health, legal aid, veterans services, housing, and substance use. Includes the DoD Safe Helpline for military members.

Military Installation Resources

PEO maintains a directory of military installation helping agencies across Virginia, Alabama, Maryland, and Illinois including SARC contacts, Family Advocacy Programs, JAG legal services, and MilitaryOneSource.

Protective Orders & Lethal Means Safety

Step-by-step guides for requesting protective orders in Virginia, Alabama, Maryland, and Illinois. Plus, evidence-based lethal means safety guidance (CALM) for home and workplace suicide prevention.

988 · Veterans Crisis Line · DoD Safe Helpline

Detailed information about 988, the Veterans Crisis Line, and the DoD Safe Helpline including how they work, who they serve, and how to access them. All available at protecteachone.com

Coverage Areas

Virginia, Alabama, Maryland, Illinois, and National Resources

The PEO resource directory includes state-specific crisis and safety information as well as national hotlines and support databases covering all 50 states.

How to Use These Resources

Start With Safety, Then Find the Right Support

01 · Immediate Danger

If you are in immediate danger, call 911 before using online resources.

02 · Crisis Support

Use 988, Veterans Crisis Line, DoD Safe Helpline, domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, elder abuse, or mental health hotlines as appropriate.

03 · State-Specific Help

Find local law enforcement, CPS, protective order guidance, installation contacts, and community safety resources by state.

04 · Ongoing Support

Use legal aid, housing, veterans services, substance use, mental health, and other directories for longer-term support.

Community Resources

Community Crisis & Safety Resources

If you or someone you know is in danger, please call 911 immediately. The following resources are available 24/7 across Virginia, Alabama, Maryland, and Illinois. You are not alone help is always available.

🆘 National Crisis Lines — Available in All States

📞 988 — Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or text 988 anytime, 24/7. Free, confidential support for anyone experiencing a mental health, substance use, or suicidal crisis. When you call: you'll hear options for Veterans (Press 1), Spanish (Press 2), or your local crisis center. A live counselor will listen, assess your safety, and connect you to resources. Chat available at 988lifeline.org. TTY: Dial 711 then 988. Spanish text: Text AYUDA to 988.

🎖️ Veterans Crisis Line

Dial 988 then Press 1 | Text: 838255 | Chat: veteranscrisisline.net. Free, confidential, 24/7 support for Veterans, active service members, and their loved ones even if not enrolled in VA benefits. A qualified VA responder will listen, assess safety, and connect you to local VA resources or community services. TTY: 711 then 988.

🏠 National Domestic Violence Hotline

1-800-799-SAFE (7233) | TTY: 1-800-787-3224 | Text START to 88788 | Chat: thehotline.org. Free, confidential, 24/7 support for anyone affected by domestic violence. Trained advocates provide crisis intervention, safety planning, and referrals to local shelters and services.

🌸 National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN)

1-800-656-HOPE (4673) | Chat: online.rainn.org. Free, confidential, 24/7 support for survivors of sexual assault and their loved ones. RAINN connects callers to local sexual assault service providers. Available in multiple languages.

👶 Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline

1-800-4-A-CHILD (422-4453) | childhelp.org. Free, confidential, 24/7 crisis intervention, information, and referrals for child abuse concerns. Professional crisis counselors available in over 170 languages.

🔥 Disaster Distress Helpline (SAMHSA)

1-800-985-5990 | Text TalkWithUs to 66746. Free, confidential, 24/7 crisis counseling for people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters.

📍 Virginia — Local & State Resources

🚔 Fredericksburg Police Department — Crisis Intervention Response Team (CIRT)

Emergency: 911 | Non-emergency: (540) 373-3122. The Fredericksburg PD partners with RACSB to deploy CIRT a patrol officer and licensed clinician together for mental health crises, suicidal threats, and emergency custody orders. Request a CIT officer when calling 911.

🧠 RACSB Emergency Mental Health Services

(540) 373-6876 — Available 24/7. Rappahannock Area Community Services Board provides emergency mental health crisis services for Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, and Stafford counties. Walk-in available weekdays 8am–5pm at 700 Kenmore Ave, Fredericksburg.

🏠 Empowerhouse — Domestic Violence Hotline

Local: (540) 373-9373 | Toll-Free: 1-877-734-7238 | Available 24/7. Serves Fredericksburg, Stafford, Spotsylvania, King George, and Caroline counties. Services include emergency shelter, safety planning, victim advocacy, legal accompaniment, and support groups.

🌸 Virginia Sexual Assault & Domestic Violence Hotline

1-800-838-8238 | Text: 804-793-9999 | Chat available | Available 24/7. Statewide hotline for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Offers crisis intervention, safety planning, and referrals to local shelters, legal aid, and counseling. Interpretation in 200+ languages.

👶 Virginia CPS Hotline — Child Protective Services

1-800-552-7096 — Available 24/7. Virginia Department of Social Services. Report suspected child abuse or neglect. All reports are confidential. Adult Protective Services (APS): 1-888-832-3858.

📍 Alabama, Maryland & Illinois — State Resources

📍 Alabama — State Resources

Law Enforcement: Emergency 911. Alabama Domestic Violence Hotline (ACADV): 1-800-650-6522 available 24/7. Alabama Coalition Against Rape (ACAR): (334) 264-0123 | acar.org. Alabama CPS: report through local county DHR office or call 911 after hours. Alabama Mental Health Crisis: Call 988 or contact your county community mental health center.

📍 Maryland — State Resources

Law Enforcement: Emergency 911. Maryland Network Against Domestic Violence: 1-800-MD-HELPS (634-3577). MCASA: (301) 328-7023 | mcasa.org. Maryland CPS Hotline: 1-800-917-7383 available 24/7. Maryland Mental Health Crisis: Call 988 or Maryland Crisis Hotline 1-800-422-0009.

📍 Illinois — State Resources

Law Enforcement: Emergency 911. Illinois Domestic Violence Helpline: 1-877-TO END DV available 24/7. Illinois Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-888-293-2080 available 24/7. Illinois DCFS Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800-25-ABUSE. Illinois Mental Health Crisis: Call 988.

🤝 Community Support Organizations

The Salvation Army

1-800-SAL-ARMY (725-2769) | salvationarmyusa.org. Provides emergency assistance including food, shelter, clothing, disaster relief, after-school programs, job training, and family services.

Boys & Girls Clubs of America

1-404-487-5700 | bgca.org. Provides safe, after-school and summer programs for youth ages 6–18. Services include academic support, career development, health and wellness programs, and character development.

211 — Community Resource Helpline

Dial 2-1-1 or visit 211.org. Available in all four states. Connects individuals and families to local health and human services including food, housing, employment, health care, counseling, and crisis intervention.

NAMI — National Alliance on Mental Illness

Helpline: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) | Text NAMI to 741741 | nami.org. Free, confidential support, education, and advocacy for individuals and families affected by mental illness.

🔴 American Red Cross

1-800-RED-CROSS (733-2767) | redcross.org. Provides emergency disaster relief, shelter, food, and recovery support 24/7. Also offers blood services, health and safety training, military family support, and humanitarian services.

🚨 Mental Health Emergency Protocol (PROTCO)

Five Steps for Crisis Response

01 · Step 1 — Assess Immediate Safety

Determine if there is an immediate risk of harm to self or others. If yes, call 911 immediately. Do not leave the person alone.

02 · Step 2 — Call 988

If the situation is not immediately life-threatening but involves a mental health crisis, call or text 988. A trained counselor will guide you through next steps.

03 · Step 3 — Contact Local Crisis Services

Reach out to your local community mental health center or crisis stabilization unit. In the Fredericksburg area: RACSB at (540) 373-6876.

04 · Step 4 — Request CIT Officer

When calling 911 for a mental health crisis, specifically request a Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) officer trained in mental health de-escalation.

05 · Step 5 — Document & Follow Up

After the immediate crisis is resolved, document what occurred and connect the individual with ongoing mental health services, counseling, or a care coordinator.

National Resource Database · All 50 States

National Resource Database — Search by State or Need

Use the resources below to locate crisis services, legal aid, mental health support, domestic violence shelters, sexual assault centers, child protective services, and military support in all 50 states. All national hotlines connect callers to local resources in their state.

01 · Dial 211

Call or text 211, or visit 211.org. The 211 helpline is available in all 50 states and connects you to local health and human services including food, housing, mental health, domestic violence, and crisis support.

02 · Use MilitaryOneSource

Visit militaryonesource.mil or call 1-800-342-9647 (24/7). Connects military members and families to installation-specific resources, counseling, legal aid, financial support, and crisis services.

03 · Contact a National Hotline

All national hotlines have trained staff who can connect you to local resources in your specific state, county, or city.

04 · Visit SAMHSA's Treatment Locator

findtreatment.gov or call 1-800-662-HELP (4357). SAMHSA's national helpline locates mental health and substance use treatment facilities in all 50 states.

05 · Use the DoD Installation Finder

installations.militaryonesource.mil — Search any military installation by state to find on-base helping agencies, Family Advocacy Programs, SARCs, legal assistance offices, and chaplain services.

📞 Universal National Hotlines — All 50 States

988 — Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or text 988 | Chat: 988lifeline.org | TTY: 711 then 988 | Spanish: Press 2 or text AYUDA | Veterans: Press 1. Available in all 50 states, 24/7.

DoD Safe Helpline

1-877-995-5247 | Text: 55247 | Chat: safehelpline.org | Available 24/7 worldwide. The DoD's sole confidential hotline for military community members affected by sexual assault.

National Domestic Violence Hotline

1-800-799-SAFE (7233) | TTY: 1-800-787-3224 | Text START to 88788 | Chat: thehotline.org | Available 24/7 in all 50 states.

RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline

1-800-656-HOPE (4673) | Chat: online.rainn.org | Available 24/7 in all 50 states. Connects to 1,000+ local sexual assault service providers.

Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline

1-800-422-4453 | childhelp.org | Available 24/7 in all 50 states. Crisis counselors in 170+ languages.

SAMHSA National Helpline

1-800-662-HELP (4357) | findtreatment.gov | Available 24/7 in all 50 states. Mental health and substance use treatment referrals. Free, confidential.

Legal Services Corporation

1-800-733-8394 | lsc.gov | Connects low-income individuals to free civil legal aid in all 50 states. Find local legal aid at lawhelp.org.

Crisis Text Line

Text HOME to 741741 | crisistextline.org | Free, 24/7 text-based crisis support in all 50 states. Trained crisis counselors respond within minutes.

Trevor Project & Elder Abuse Hotline

Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386 | Text START to 678-678. Elder Abuse Hotline: 1-800-677-1116 | eldercare.acl.gov.

🗺️ State-by-State Resource Locators

Find Local Support by Need

Domestic Violence — All States

National DV Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 | State coalitions listed at thehotline.org/resources/state-coalitions/.

Sexual Assault — All States

RAINN: 1-800-656-4673 | State coalitions listed at rainn.org/get-help/local-counseling-centers/state-sexual-assault-coalitions.

Mental Health Crisis — All States

988 Lifeline | SAMHSA Treatment Locator: findtreatment.gov | NAMI State Affiliates.

Legal Aid — All States

Legal Services Corporation: lsc.gov | LawHelp.org — state-specific legal aid directories | Military legal aid: legalassistance.law.af.mil.

Veterans, Housing & Substance Use

VA Benefits: 1-800-827-1000 | HUD Housing Counseling: 1-800-569-4287 | SAMHSA: 1-800-662-4357 | AA, NA, SMART Recovery.

Child Protective Services & Elder Abuse

Childhelp: 1-800-422-4453 | State CPS agency directory: childwelfare.gov | Eldercare Locator: 1-800-677-1116 | APS by state.

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You Are Not Alone

If you or someone you know is in danger, please call 911 immediately. Crisis and safety resources are available 24/7 across Virginia, Alabama, Maryland, Illinois, and nationwide.

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