Abuse Among People with Disabilities

If you need more information or help, here are some resources that may be helpful. If you believe some of these can support you, please reach out to them to see what information or services they offer:

• National Deaf Domestic Violence Hotline (NDDVH) is available to Deaf callers nationwide, answering videophone calls and emails 24/7. Deaf advocates, because of their experience working in the field of domestic violence for Deaf survivors and their extensive training, are uniquely able to provide crisis intervention, education, information, and referrals for Deaf callers.

• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Information Line: 800-514-0301 or 833-610-1264 (TTY). Funded by the Department of Justice to provide information about the ADA, callers can ask how the ADA may apply to their situation.

• Disabled American Vets, 877-426-2838 or DAV.org, assists veterans and their families regarding finding benefits, transitioning to civilian life, and offering support to underserved populations.

• For the Alzheimer’s Association Helpline, you can call 800-272-3900 or 711, or visit alz.org to chat with a member of the Helpline staff.    
• End Abuse of People with Disabilities activates people and organizations across movements to end violence against people with disabilities and Deaf people through a shared, intersectional framework.
• The Arc promotes and protects the human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and actively supports their full inclusion and participation in the community throughout their lifetimes.¹
• Barrier Free Living is an agency committed to providing safe shelter and support services to survivors of domestic violence with disabilities.

¹ Kippert, A., A guide to domestic violence and disabilities, Domesticshelters.org (2023)