Local Resources

A Safe Place

(800) 852-3388 (crisis line)
(603) 436-7924 (Portsmouth office)

A Safe Place was founded in 1976 to prevent and eliminate domestic violence. They are a non-profit organization that provides free shelter and support services for those who need them.

Child Advocacy Center of Rockingham County

100 Campus Drive, Suite 11 Portsmouth, NH 03801
(603) 422-8240

The Child Advocacy Center provides support to child victims of abuse and/or neglect and offers information and referral, and advocacy.

Sexual Assault Support Services

7 Junkins Avenue
Portsmouth, NH 03801
(603) 436-4107
24 hour crisis line:
(888) 747-7070

This agency provides: a confidential 24-hour sexual assault crisis hotline; 24-hour advocacy and support at police stations, hospital emergency rooms, and the courts; support groups for rape survivors, sexual abuse survivors, parents, and others affected by sexual violence; professional training and consultation to police departments, hospitals, schools, and others in the community.

Victim's, Inc.

The Castles
Route 27
Brentwood, NH 03833
(603) 679-9800

Victim’s Inc. provides support to families of trauma and offers crisis intervention, grief support groups, and advocacy.