Seeing violence occur can be frightening or suspecting that something is wrong is uncomfortable. Knowing how to handle these situations helps. Protect yourself first. Then, report the incident.
If You Suspect Abuse
If someone is in immediate danger, call 911.
Call VOICES Crisis Line 815-235-1641.
Call VOICES Crisis Line 815-232-7200.
Call DCFS at 800-252-2873 to make a report or call VOICES sexual abuse crisis line at 815-232-7200.
Call DCFS at 800-252-2873 to make a report or call VOICES Crisis Line at 815-235-1641.
Call the National Human Trafficking Hotline to make a report at 888-373-7888 or the VOICES crisis line at 815-232-7200.
Call VOICES Crisis Line at 815-235-1641 or the Senior Resource Center at 815-235-9777 to make a report locally.
If You Witness An Act of Violence
- Keep yourself safe.
- Be observant and remember details.
- Call 911 and report the incident.
- Stay on the phone and answer all questions, especially the location, offender description, and the time of the occurrence.