Domestic Violence Resources in Michigan

Last updated September 9, 2026

If you or someone you care about is experiencing domestic violence in Michigan, help is available right now. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233) is free, confidential, and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week — including chat at thehotline.org. Advocates can help callers safety-plan, locate nearby shelters, and connect with local legal and financial resources anywhere in Michigan.

Michigan has a network of domestic violence service providers coordinated through the Michigan Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Prevention and Treatment Board (DVSAPTB), which funds local shelters and advocacy programs across all 83 counties. Because program names and availability vary by county, calling 2-1-1 Michigan (dial 2-1-1 or text your zip code to 898-211) is one of the fastest ways to find a shelter, legal advocate, or counseling program near you — day or night.

Survivors often need support beyond immediate safety, including help with housing, income, food, health insurance, and childcare. Michigan's public benefit programs — including Medicaid, SNAP, and emergency assistance through the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) — are available to survivors, and many local domestic violence programs have advocates who can help you apply for these benefits confidentially.

Key programs in Michigan

National Domestic Violence Hotline

Immediate crisis support, safety planning, and referrals to local Michigan shelters and legal advocates. Available 24/7 in multiple languages. TTY: 1-800-787-3224.

How to access: Call 1-800-799-7233, chat at thehotline.org, or text START to 88788. No appointment needed; completely confidential.

2-1-1 Michigan

A statewide information and referral service that connects callers to local domestic violence shelters, transitional housing, legal aid, counseling, utility assistance, food pantries, and other social services based on their specific county.

How to access: Dial 2-1-1, text your zip code to 898-211, or visit mi211.org. Available 24/7 and free from any phone.

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS)

Administers public benefits survivors may urgently need, including Medicaid (health coverage), SNAP (food assistance), the Family Independence Program (cash assistance), and State Emergency Relief for utilities and housing costs. DV survivors may qualify for expedited processing and address confidentiality protections.

How to access: Apply online at michigan.gov/mdhhs or call your local MDHHS county office. Staff can assist survivors in applying safely and confidentially.

HUD-Funded Emergency and Transitional Housing (Continuum of Care)

Michigan's regional Continuum of Care networks coordinate federally funded emergency shelter, transitional housing, and rapid re-housing specifically for survivors fleeing domestic violence. Programs exist in every region of the state.

How to access: Contact 2-1-1 Michigan or the National Domestic Violence Hotline to be connected to the nearest HUD-funded shelter or transitional housing program in your area.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Free, confidential mental health crisis support for survivors experiencing trauma, depression, or thoughts of self-harm. Domestic violence is a leading risk factor for mental health crises, and this line is available to anyone in Michigan.

How to access: Call or text 988 at any time. Chat is also available at 988lifeline.org. Interpreters are available for non-English speakers.

Domestic Violence Resources resources for Michigan

National Domestic Violence Hotline

Nationwide

24/7 confidential support, safety planning, and local referrals for those affected by relationship abuse.

1-800-799-7233
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StrongHearts Native Helpline

Nationwide

Culturally appropriate domestic and sexual violence support for Native Americans and Alaska Natives.

1-844-762-8483
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loveisrespect

Nationwide

Support for young people to prevent and end dating abuse. Call, text (LOVEIS to 22522), or chat.

1-866-331-9474
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