HFA can provide you a dedicated, expert advocate to support you through everything related to law enforcement, prosecutors and the courts.
Numerous other organizations provide counseling, emotional support and help filing for victim compensation, among other things.
Key Resources
Victim Connect Resource Center
Provides free call/text line available Monday-Friday from 8:30am-7pm EST: 1-855-484-2846, a free online chat service available Monday-Friday from 9:30am-6:30pm. Victim Connect is a program of the National Center for Victims of Crime.
- Information about Financial Assistance / Crime Victim Compensation
- Search for Crime Victim Compensation program by State
National Center for Victims of Crime
Provides advocacy, resources and programs for victims of crime, including survivors of homicide.
Victim Support Services
Provides free 24-hour hotline: 1-888-288-9221. Also provides free counseling and other direct support services to crime victims in Washington State.
Victim Law
The Office of Justice Programs’ searchable database that lists victims’ rights and related legal provisions at the federal and state levels.
Directory of Crime Victim Services
A directory of local services and resources, searchable by state and type of crime. Provided by the Office for Victims of Crime.
If you are in crisis:
If you are in immediate danger, please call 911.
Crisis Text Line
Free support from anywhere in the US 24/7 via text. Text HOME to 741741 to text with a trained crisis counselor.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Provides free and confidential 24/7 hotline: 1-800-273-8255, and free 24/7 online chat support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. Also offers support in Spanish and for those who are hard of hearing.
