We offer immediate crisis intervention and advocacy in your time of need.

The 24/7 Victims of Crime Helpline

1 (800) 494-8100

Get Help Now!

If you are in crisis and need to speak to an Advocate right away, call the Helpline.

The Helpline gives 24-hour support and advocacy to those impacted by crimes of violence in Rhode Island, as well as non-offending friends and family members. Advocates are available 24/7 to provide confidential support, information, and advocacy over the phone, as well as in-person support at local hospitals and/or police stations for victims of sexual assault, sexual exploitation, domestic violence and hate crimes.

The Helpline is a partnership between Day One and the Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center on behalf of the six domestic violence agencies of the Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence.

The Helpline offers 24-hour support and advocacy.

Learn more at helplineri.com

Who Day One can help:

  • people who have been impacted by crimes of sexual violence in Rhode Island
  • non-offending friends and family members looking for support

How we can help:

  • give confidential support and updates
  • provide referrals to services and providers
  • meet victims in person at local hospitals and police stations
  • respond to child sexual abuse and exploitation

Domestic Violence Resources

If you are in search of a domestic violence shelter, find contact information for one in your area below.

P.O. Box 5643
Pawtucket RI 02862
Business #: 401-724-8820
Hotline/Crisis: 401-723-3057

Domestic Violence Resource Center of South County
61 Main Street
Wakefield RI 02879
Business #: 401-782-3995
Hotline/Crisis: 401-782-3990

Elizabeth Buffum Chase House, Inc.
P.O. Box 9476
Warwick RI 02889
Business #: 401-738-1700
Hotline/Crisis: 401-738-1700

Sojourner House, Inc.
1 Richmond Square 225 W
Providence RI 02906
Business #: 401-861-6191
Hotline/Crisis: 401-765-3232
Toll Free: 401-658-4334

Women's Center of Rhode Island, Inc.
P.O. Box 3300
Providence RI 02906
Business #: 401-861-2760
Hotline/Crisis: 401-861-2760

Rhode Island Coalition for the Homeless

The Rhode Island Coordinated Entry Service (CES) partners with all homeless providers in the state. Visit rihomeless.org for information on seeking shelter and permanent housing placement.

Trauma-Informed Care

  • Comprehensive evaluation of health and social environment
  • Variety of evidence-based services to support your healing
  • Adult and youth support groups and trauma-sensitive yoga

The CAC

  • Locations around the state to serve Rhode Island residents.
  • Child-friendly environment for families to heal
  • Accredited by the National Children's Alliance (NCA)

Advocacy

  • Helpline Advocates
  • Law Enforcement Advocates
  • Legal Advocates
  • Sexual Assault Response Team (SART)
  • Office of Victim Services Advocates
  • Human Trafficking Advocates