Legal
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You can talk with an advocate any time. It is free and private, and they can help you make a safety plan.
- National Domestic Violence Hotline800-799-7233
- 911Emergency
- 988 Suicide and Crisis LifelineCall 988
- 988 Suicide and Crisis LifelineText 988
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Programs in Texas
Texas programs for this kind of help. Each agency decides who qualifies.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Family Violence Program
HHSC funds local providers that offer shelter and support to people affected by family violence.
Ways to apply:PhoneIn person
Checked on October 8, 2026
Free legal help in Texas
Legal aid groups funded by the Legal Services Corporation give free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, to people with low incomes.
- Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas
Serves Andrews County, Archer County, Armstrong County, Bailey County, Baylor County, Borden County, Briscoe County, Brown County and 106 more
Call 888-529-5277Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
- Lone Star Legal Aid
Serves Anderson County, Angelina County, Austin County, Bell County, Bosque County, Bowie County, Brazoria County, Brazos County and 64 more
Call 713-652-0077Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
- Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, Inc.
Serves Aransas County, Atascosa County, Bandera County, Bastrop County, Bee County, Bexar County, Blanco County, Brewster County and 60 more
Call 956-996-8752Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Talk to a person
- 2-1-1 Texas
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988