Self Help Clearinghouse

Crime Victims Helpline

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GAINS Center

Provides information on services for people with co-occurring mental health and substance abuse disorders who come in contact with the justice system. Provides technical assistance, needs assessment and literature to communities.
Voice: 1-800-311-4246 (option #2)
Verified: 5/2/2008

National Institute of Corrections

Provides information and technical assistance regarding those diagnosed with a mental illness in prison.
Voice: 1-800-995-6423 (ext. 70147)
Verified: 5/2/2008

Juvenile Justice Clearinghouse

Information and referrals regarding juvenile justice programs and Department of Justice.
Voice: 1-800-851-3420
Verified: 4/29/2008

Consumer Response Center

Assistance for people who are victims of fraud. Complaints are shared with law enforcement agencies. Does not resolve individual disputes. Sponsored by Federal Trade Commission.
Voice: 1-877-382-4357
Verified: 4/29/2008

Trafficking in Persons and Worker Exploitation Helpline

Provides opportunity to report trafficking crimes or get help. "Human trafficing" is a form of slavery and involuntary servitude - examples included sexual exploitation, sweatshop workers, exploitation of agricultural workers and individuals working as domestic servients.
Voice: 1-888-428-7581
Verified: 1/9/2008

National Criminal Justice Reference Service

Provides information on all aspects of the criminal justice system and support for victims.
Voice: 1-800-851-3420
Verified: 5/2/2008

National Center for Victims of Crime

Provides information, referrals and advocacy to crime victims nationwide. An affiliate to the National Crime Victim Bar Association which provides referrals to file civil suit against perpetrators and other responsible individuals. Also operates Stalking Resource Center which provides training and technical assistance on the issue of stalking. Write: National Center for Victims of Crime, 2000 M St. NW, Suite 480, Washington, DC 20036.
Voice: 1-800-394-2255
Verified: 12/20/2007

We Tip Hotlines

Takes reports on crimes or felonies.
Voice: 1-800-782-7463 (general) or 1-800-873-7283 (felony)
Verified: 4/29/2008

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The above information was "verified" as correct on the date at the end of each entry. Since American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse's database is extensive but staffing is limited and information for these organizations can change, it is not possible to keep every entry in American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse database completely current and accurate. Please check with the organizations listed for the most current information.

For additional information on self-help groups, please visit the American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse web site at http://www.mentalhelp.net/selfhelp

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