GET HELP

If you live in New York City and are a victim of crime and abuse, Safe Horizon can help you. We have convenient offices in all five boroughs. We can help you deal with the emotional impact of crime and sort out the practical issues that you may be facing. We can also guide you through the court system, which can seem very complicated if you are unfamiliar with it. For more information, you can call one of our hotlines 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

I don't live in New York City

If you are not in New York City, you may still find important information that may be useful to you on our site. For assistance in your area, refer to Additional Resources.

Support and Assistance for Victims of Crime and Abuse

Few events in a person's life are more traumatic than being the victim of a crime. The immediate hardship caused by crime - injury, loss of cash and property, fear for your safety - are often followed by feelings of despair and hopelessness. If you are in New York City and are the victim of a crime, from domestic violence to robbery, Safe Horizon can help you. We offer emotional support and practical assistance immediately after the crime has occurred and for the long-term. Our programs and services are described below. For additional information, call a Safe Horizon hotline 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Safe Horizon's Programs:

• Domestic Violence
• Rape & Sexual Assault
• Child Abuse
• Stalking
• Anti-Trafficking Program
• Schools and Homeless Youth
• Families of Homicide Victims

Safe Horizon's Services:

• Streetwork Project for Homeless Youth
• Child Advocacy Centers
• Domestic Violence Law Project
• Immigration Law Project
• Counseling Centers
• Mediation
• Community Programs
• Court Programs
• Domestic Violence Shelters
• Project SAFE - our free service that installs new locks or cylinders in the homes of those who have filed police reports. Contact Project SAFE by calling 866.689.HELP (4357).