10/26/2026
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Domestic violence isn't always physical. Abuse can include intimidation, humiliation, threats, isolation, financial control, and emotional manipulation. A person doesn't have to have bruises to be experiencing abuse.
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence—or even has concerns that something isn't right— don't hesitate to reach out.
Talk with someone you trust or contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233), text START to 88788, or visit www.thehotline.org for confidential guidance, support, and resources. You don't have to wait for a crisis to ask for help, and you don't have to face it alone. If there is immediate danger, call 911.