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Domestic violence resources for men have grown significantly over the past decade. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-SAFE) accepts calls from any gender, and the Stop Abusive and Violent Environments (SAVE) helpline and ManKind Initiative are dedicated to male victims. Every state has a coalition against domestic violence, and most cities have shelters — though male-specific shelter capacity remains limited. Men can obtain protective orders in family court, request supervised visitation, and work with victim advocates attached to local prosecutor offices. For fathers falsely accused of domestic violence during custody disputes, a criminal defense attorney or family law attorney with DV experience is critical. This directory includes national hotlines, state coalitions, men's shelters where available, and protective order resources.
New York has separate Family Court (for custody, support, paternity, DV) and Supreme Court (for divorce) systems. NYC's Family Court operates in all five boroughs. The Office of Child Support Services runs enforcement. NYC, Buffalo, Rochester, Yonkers, and Syracuse are the major metros. Legal Aid Society of NYC, New York Legal Assistance Group, and Legal Services NYC provide substantial family law aid.
Free, confidential 24/7 support for anyone experiencing domestic violence. Call (800) 799-7233, text START to 88788, or chat online at thehotline.org. Safe exit button on the website protects your browsing. Trained advocates speak 200+ languages and can help with safety planning, shelter referrals, and next steps. Male survivors are welcome — advocates are experienced in assisting men.
(800) 799-7233 · 24/7/365 · Visit Website
New York State 24/7 confidential hotline operated by the Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence. Call or text (800) 942-6906. Connects callers to local shelters, legal advocates, and services statewide. Available in multiple languages. Hotline advocates provide safety planning, crisis counseling, and referrals to certified DV programs in your county. Male survivors and all genders are welcome.
(800) 942-6906 · 24/7/365 · Visit Website
NYC's largest victim services agency. 24/7 hotline at (800) 621-4673 for DV survivors and victims of crime. Crisis counseling, safety planning, and shelter referrals available in 25+ languages. Serves all survivors regardless of gender, immigration status, or income. Safe Horizon operates shelters, legal services, and community-based programs across all five NYC boroughs.
(800) 621-4673 · 24/7/365 · Visit Website
Official guide to filing for an Order of Protection in NY Family Court or Criminal Court. Explains the full process including how to request a temporary order, what happens at a hearing, what final orders contain, and how to respond if you have been served an order. Available in plain language at nycourts.gov. Free to access. Essential reading for any NY father involved in a protection order case.
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NY State agency with resources for all domestic violence survivors including men. Provides a statewide program directory, safety planning guides, legal information on orders of protection, and referrals to certified DV programs in every county. Visit opdv.ny.gov 24/7. Hotline at (800) 942-6906. Offers free downloadable safety planning guides and information about applying for DV housing services.
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National helpline for men who have experienced sexual abuse or assault at any point in their lives. Free, confidential online chat and phone support available 24/7 at 1in6.org. Connects men to trained support specialists and local therapist directories. Specialized resources address the unique ways trauma affects men. Multilingual options available. No registration required to access chat support.
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National community and resource hub for male survivors of sexual abuse and trauma. Offers an online peer community, therapist directory, survivor stories, and educational resources specific to men's experiences with sexual victimization. Free to access at malesurvivor.org. Weekend of Recovery retreats and online workshops available. No registration required to read resources or find a therapist near you.
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NYC's one-stop centers for domestic violence survivors providing legal services, counseling, safety planning, and referrals in Brooklyn, Manhattan, the Bronx, Queens, and Staten Island. Call (888) 373-8888 or visit in person Mon–Fri. No appointment needed for walk-in services. Staff speak multiple languages. Centers serve all survivors regardless of gender, immigration status, or income level.
(888) 373-8888 · Mon–Fri, varies by borough · Visit Website
NYC Human Resources Administration 24/7 hotline connecting domestic violence survivors including men to emergency shelter, safety planning, counseling, and local services. Call (800) 621-4673 anytime. Multilingual staff available. Hotline advocates can help you find emergency shelter, explain your legal options, and connect you to NYC Family Justice Centers and other support services free of charge.
(800) 621-4673 · 24/7/365 · Visit Website
New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence searchable directory of all certified DV programs statewide. Find emergency shelter, legal advocacy, counseling, and support services by county at nyscadv.org. All programs listed are certified and funded by OPDV. Available 24/7 at no cost. Useful for locating services outside NYC including upstate, suburban, and rural NY communities.
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One of the few domestic violence agencies in NYC providing emergency shelter specifically for male survivors and their children. Also serves women and families. Hotline at (888) 838-7413 is available 24/7. Confidential shelter locations in NYC. Services include safety planning, counseling, legal advocacy, and housing navigation. URI is a pioneering agency in serving male DV survivors in New York City.
(888) 838-7413 · New York, NY (confidential) · Hotline 24/7 · Visit Website
Leading NYC domestic violence services provider offering legal representation, emergency shelter, economic empowerment programs, and clinical services including trauma counseling. Serves all survivors in all five boroughs regardless of gender or immigration status. Call (212) 349-6009 or the 24/7 hotline. Free services for qualifying survivors. One of the largest DV legal service providers in New York City.
(212) 349-6009 · New York, NY · Hotline 24/7; offices Mon–Fri 9–5 · Visit Website
Domestic violence services for Suffolk County on Long Island including 24/7 hotline, emergency shelter, individual and group counseling, legal advocacy, and children's services. Call (631) 360-3730 anytime. Confidential shelter location in Ronkonkoma. Serves all survivors regardless of gender. Free for qualifying individuals. VIBS has served Long Island DV survivors since 1974.
(631) 360-3730 · P.O. Box 1385, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 · Hotline 24/7 · Visit Website
Comprehensive domestic violence services for Westchester County including 24/7 crisis hotline, emergency shelter, individual counseling, legal advocacy, and children's programs. Call (800) 298-7233 anytime. Office at 3 Westchester Plaza, Elmsford. Serves all DV survivors in Westchester. Free services for qualifying individuals. Legal advocates can help with orders of protection and Family Court navigation.
(800) 298-7233 · 3 Westchester Plaza, Elmsford, NY 10523 · Hotline 24/7
24/7 domestic violence crisis line and emergency shelter for Erie County and the Buffalo area. Services include emergency shelter, individual counseling, legal advocacy, children's programs, and safety planning. Call (716) 884-6000 anytime. Confidential shelter location in Buffalo. Serves all DV survivors regardless of gender. Free for qualifying individuals. Established DV resource for Western New York.
(716) 884-6000 · Buffalo, NY (confidential) · Hotline 24/7 · Visit Website
Domestic violence services for Monroe County and the Rochester area including 24/7 crisis hotline, emergency shelter, individual counseling, and legal advocacy. Serves survivors of all genders. Confidential shelter in Rochester. Call (585) 232-7353 anytime for immediate support. Free for qualifying individuals. Safety planning available by phone or in person. Advocacy for orders of protection and Family Court cases.
(585) 232-7353 · Rochester, NY (confidential) · Hotline 24/7
NYC nonprofit serving youth and young adults affected by dating violence and domestic violence. Provides free legal services, individual counseling, and community education programs. Located at 32 Broadway, Suite 601. Call (212) 566-4141 Mon–Fri 10am–6pm. Serves New Yorkers under 24. Attorneys assist with orders of protection and Family Court matters. Counselors provide trauma-informed support.
(212) 566-4141 · 32 Broadway, Suite 601, New York, NY 10004 · Mon–Fri 10am–6pm · Visit Website