If you’ve been abused:

Know you are not alone. 

Nashville-Davidson County has various resources available in the area.  Please see below for services that can assist you in gaining more information, support, and other resources.

If you know someone who’s been abused:

Knowing what to do can be more difficult than you might expect.  Here are some helpful tips and information courtesy of the National Domestic Violence Hotline.

Local Shelters and General Resource Hotlines:

• YWCA Nashville & Middle TN
  615-242-1199

• Morning Star Sanctuary
  615-860-0003

Law Enforcement and Legal/Court Assistance:

• Domestic Violence Division of Metro Nashville Police Department
  615-880-3000
• Jean Crowe Advocacy Center
  615-862-4767
• Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands
  615-244-6610

Counseling and Support Groups:

• YWCA of Nashville and Middle TN
  615-242-1199
• Sexual Assault Center
  1-800-879-1999
• Domestic Violence Division of MNPD
  615-880-3000

Transitional Housing and Support Services:

• The Mary Parrish Center for Victims of Domestic & Sexual Violence
  615-256-5959