Your abuser may monitor your internet use and may be able to view your computer activity. If you have reason to believe that your computer is not secure, you may wish to use a computer in another location to which your abuser does not have access.
Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-500-1119
Florida Relay 711
Do You Need Help
What you can do if someone you know is experiencing domestic or dating violence ?
Speak with an Advocate
The Department manages a trilingual statewide domestic violence hotline that is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to respond to your needs. Advocates are available to provide support, safety planning, information, and referrals to a local certified domestic violence center for immediate access to services for individuals who are experiencing or have been impacted by domestic violence.
Call: 1-800-500-1119
1-800-621-4202 (TDD)
Florida Relay 711
Hotline services are also provided in English, Spanish, and Creole.
Other Department Resources:
Reporting allegations of abuse, neglect, and/or exploitation for a child or vulnerable adult:
Florida's Abuse Hotline at 1-800-962-2873 or www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/abuse-hotline
Information and assistance for Child Welfare/Protective Services:
www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/child-welfare or 850-488-8762
Information and assistance for Adult Protective Services:
www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/adult-protective-services or 850-488-2881
Information about food assistance, temporary cash assistance, and Medicaid:
www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/access or 850-300-4323
Information regarding Homelessness Services
www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/homelessness
