Legal
If you are in danger now, call 911
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 Wisconsin
Wisconsin programs for this kind of help. Each agency decides who qualifies.
Wisconsin Department of Children and Families
Domestic abuse services
DCF funds local agencies that provide free and confidential services to people experiencing domestic abuse.
Ways to apply:PhoneIn person
Checked on October 8, 2026
Free legal help in Wisconsin
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 Action of Wisconsin, Inc.
Serves Ashland County, Barron County, Bayfield County, Burnett County, Chippewa County, Clark County, Douglas County, Dunn County and 25 more
Call 855-947-2529Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
- Legal Action of Wisconsin, Inc.
Serves Adams County, Brown County, Buffalo County, Calumet County, Columbia County, Crawford County, Dane County, Dodge County and 31 more
Call 855-947-2529Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Talk to a person
- 211 Wisconsin
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