Domestic Violence in Oregon

17 verified resources.

About Domestic Violence for Fathers

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.

Domestic Violence in Oregon

Oregon circuit courts handle family law in each of its 27 judicial districts. The Division of Child Support operates under the Department of Justice. Portland, Salem, Eugene, Gresham, and Hillsboro are the largest metros. Legal Aid Services of Oregon is the primary LSC-funded civil legal aid organization statewide.

17 Resources

1. Oregon Coalition Against Domestic & Sexual Violence — Free

Statewide coalition that connects survivors of domestic and sexual violence to local shelters, crisis lines, and advocacy programs across Oregon's 36 counties. Offers technical assistance and policy work for member agencies. Call 503-230-1951 during weekday business hours or visit ocadsv.org for the directory of local programs. Services connected through the coalition are free for survivors; no documentation is required to request help.

503-230-1951 · 1737 NE Alberta St #205, Portland, OR 97211 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website

2. Raphael House – Portland — Free

Portland nonprofit offering confidential emergency shelter, advocacy, and transitional support for survivors of domestic violence and their children. The 24/7 crisis line at 503-222-6507 connects callers with safety planning, shelter screening, and referrals. Visit raphaelhouse.com for outreach program details. Services are free and confidential; survivors are not required to file a police report to access shelter or advocacy programs.

503-222-6507 · PO Box 14847, Portland, OR 97293 · 24/7 crisis line · Visit Website

3. Gateway Center for Domestic Violence — Free

One-stop domestic violence resource center in east Portland offering co-located legal assistance, shelter referrals, counseling, and advocacy for survivors in Multnomah County. Walk-in services are available during posted business hours. Call 503-988-6400 or visit gatewaycenter.org for current details. Services are free and confidential. Survivors may be asked for photo ID when requesting restraining order help, but no ID is required for a safety-planning conversation.

503-988-6400 · 10145 SE Division St, Portland, OR 97266 · Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm · Visit Website

4. Womenspace – Eugene — Free

Lane County nonprofit providing emergency shelter, crisis intervention, safety planning, and advocacy for survivors of domestic violence in the Eugene-Springfield area. The 24/7 crisis line at 541-485-6513 screens for shelter and connects callers to community resources. Visit womenspaceinc.org for outreach services. Services are free and confidential for survivors and their children; no police report or ID is required to call the crisis line.

541-485-6513 · PO Box 11052, Eugene, OR 97440 · 24/7 crisis line · Visit Website

5. Mid-Valley Women's Crisis Service – Salem — Free

Marion and Polk County agency offering 24/7 crisis response, emergency shelter, and advocacy for survivors of domestic and sexual violence in the Salem area. Call the hotline at 503-399-7722 any time for safety planning and shelter screening. Visit mvwcs.com for support group and outreach information. Services are free and confidential; survivors do not need to file a police report or bring documents to access crisis services.

503-399-7722 · PO Box 2274, Salem, OR 97308 · 24/7 crisis line · Visit Website

6. Community Works – Medford — Free

Southern Oregon nonprofit offering 24/7 crisis response, emergency shelter, counseling, and advocacy for survivors of domestic and sexual violence across Jackson County. Call the hotline at 541-779-4357 any time for safety planning, shelter screening, or referrals. Visit community-works.org for outreach programs. Services are free and confidential; survivors are not required to show ID or file a police report to access crisis or shelter help.

541-779-4357 · PO Box 1058, Medford, OR 97501 · 24/7 crisis line · Visit Website

7. Saving Grace – Bend — Free

Central Oregon nonprofit providing 24/7 crisis response, emergency shelter, counseling, and legal advocacy for survivors of domestic and sexual violence in Deschutes, Crook, and Jefferson Counties. The crisis line at 541-389-7021 is available day and night. Visit saving-grace.org for support group information. Services are free and confidential; survivors can request help without filing a police report or providing formal documentation.

541-389-7021 · PO Box 5295, Bend, OR 97708 · 24/7 crisis line · Visit Website

8. National DV Hotline – Oregon — Free

Free 24/7 national domestic violence hotline connecting Oregon callers with trained advocates who can help with safety planning and referrals to local shelters and programs throughout the state. Reach the hotline at 800-799-7233 or chat at thehotline.org. Translation is available in many languages. Callers do not need to give their real name or have any documentation to receive support and be referred to local Oregon partner agencies.

800-799-7233 · 24/7 · Visit Website

9. Henderson House – Clatsop County — Free

Clatsop County nonprofit offering 24/7 crisis response, emergency shelter, and advocacy for survivors of domestic and sexual violence on the north Oregon coast, based in Astoria. Call the crisis line at 503-325-3426 any time for safety planning and shelter screening. Services are free and confidential. Survivors are not required to file a police report or show ID to call the hotline or receive shelter and advocacy support.

503-325-3426 · PO Box 953, Astoria, OR 97103 · 24/7 crisis line

10. Clackamas Women's Services — Free

Clackamas County nonprofit offering 24/7 crisis response, emergency shelter, legal advocacy, and community-based support for survivors of domestic violence and their children. Call 503-654-2288 at any time for safety planning or shelter screening, or visit cwsor.org for more information. Services are free and confidential; survivors do not need a police report or formal ID to reach the crisis line or request advocacy services.

503-654-2288 · PO Box 1086, Oregon City, OR 97045 · 24/7 crisis line · Visit Website

11. Domestic Violence Resource Center – Washington County — Free

Washington County nonprofit providing 24/7 crisis response, emergency shelter, safety planning, and advocacy for survivors of domestic violence in the Hillsboro-Beaverton area. Call the crisis line at 503-640-5352 any time for support. Visit dvrc-or.org for outreach and support group details. Services are free and confidential; survivors are not required to have a police report or formal ID to request help with safety or shelter.

503-640-5352 · PO Box 403, Hillsboro, OR 97123 · 24/7 crisis line · Visit Website

12. Klamath Basin Behavioral Health – DV Services — Free

Klamath Falls agency offering domestic violence advocacy, counseling, and crisis response as part of broader behavioral health services for Klamath County residents. Call 541-883-1030 during weekday business hours to schedule services or visit kbbh.org for program details. Services are typically free for survivors. Bring photo ID and insurance information if you have it for counseling intake, but not required to request crisis support.

541-883-1030 · 2205 Biehn St, Klamath Falls, OR 97601 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

13. CARDV – Center Against Rape and DV — Free

Benton and Linn County nonprofit offering 24/7 crisis response, emergency shelter, and advocacy for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault in the Corvallis-Albany area. Call the crisis line at 541-754-0110 any time for safety planning and shelter screening. Visit cardv.org for outreach and support group information. Services are free and confidential; survivors do not need a police report or ID to call the crisis line.

541-754-0110 · PO Box 914, Corvallis, OR 97339 · 24/7 crisis line · Visit Website

14. Shelter From the Storm – Albany — Free

Albany-based nonprofit serving Linn County with 24/7 crisis response, emergency shelter, and advocacy for survivors of domestic violence. Call 541-928-6954 any time for safety planning or shelter screening. Services are free and confidential for survivors and their children. Survivors are not required to bring a police report or photo ID to call the crisis line, though staff may gather safety information to coordinate shelter intake.

541-928-6954 · PO Box 524, Albany, OR 97321 · 24/7 crisis line

15. HAVEN from Domestic Violence – Douglas County — Free

Douglas County nonprofit providing 24/7 crisis response, emergency shelter, and advocacy for survivors of domestic and sexual violence in the Roseburg area. Call the crisis line at 541-672-4327 any time for safety planning and referrals. Services are free and confidential for survivors and their children. Survivors are not required to file a police report or produce ID to call the hotline or request shelter services.

541-672-4327 · PO Box 2120, Roseburg, OR 97470 · 24/7 crisis line

16. Family Justice Center of Washington County — Free

Hillsboro-based one-stop center where Washington County survivors can access legal help, counseling, law enforcement, and community advocacy under one roof. Walk-in services are available during business hours. Call 503-846-3535 on weekdays for an appointment. Services are free and confidential for survivors. When seeking a restraining order, it helps to bring photo ID and any police reports or incident records you have, though staff can assist without them.

503-846-3535 · 236 SW Hillsboro Hwy, Hillsboro, OR 97123 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

17. Oregon DHS – DV Services Referral — Free

Oregon Department of Human Services provides statewide referrals and support for survivors of domestic violence and their families, coordinating with local agencies, shelters, and legal aid. Call 800-723-3638 during weekday business hours or visit oregon.gov/dhs/abuse/domestic for resources. Referrals and basic support are free. Survivors may be asked about county of residence and immediate safety concerns so staff can connect them to the closest appropriate program.

800-723-3638 · 500 Summer St NE, Salem, OR 97301 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

Domestic Violence — Common Questions

Can men be victims of domestic violence?
Yes — roughly 1 in 9 men experience severe physical violence by an intimate partner. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-SAFE) and ManKind Initiative serve male victims. Stigma is a major barrier, but the legal protections (protective orders, DV charges) are available to men in every state.
What if I'm falsely accused?
Take it seriously even if untrue. Consult a criminal or family law attorney immediately; don't speak to police or the accuser without counsel. Document your whereabouts, witnesses, communications. Most protective orders can be challenged at a full evidentiary hearing within 10–21 days of initial issuance.
How do I get a protective order?
File a petition at your county's family court or civil court — no attorney required. Temporary ex parte orders can issue same-day; a full hearing typically follows within two to three weeks. Court self-help centers and DV advocates help fill out forms at no cost.
Are there shelters for men?
Male-specific DV shelter capacity is limited but exists in some cities (through organizations like Valor, ManKind, and certain state coalitions). Most DV agencies will arrange hotel placement or referral to emergency shelter for male victims when shelter-specific housing isn't available.