SafeChat

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Chat With Us

Safe Horizon client advocates are available by chat to offer information, advocacy, and support to people who have been impacted by violence, abuse, and exploitation.

You can chat with an advocate during our operating hours by clicking the chat button below or at the bottom of this page.

SafeChat advocates are available 24/7. Our Hotline is also available 24/7, learn more here.

What is SafeChat?

SafeChat is a one-on-one chat session with a Safe Horizon client advocate trained in supporting those who have experienced violence, crime, and abuse in New York City. Advocates can talk to you about your situation, ask questions and help you explore your options. Advocates can also provide information and referrals, as well as help connect you to other Safe Horizon programs.

How Do I Contact SafeChat?

SafeChat advocates operate 24/7. Start a chat through the button below.



If you need to speak to an advocate over the phone, please call our 24/7 Hotline at 1-800-621-HOPE (4673). If this is an emergency, please call 911.

SafeChat is available to support users in several languages including: English, Arabic, Bengali, French, Haitian Creole, Korean, Mandarin, Polish, Russian, Spanish, and Urdu.

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Privacy Policy

Safe Horizon seeks to maintain the confidentiality of SafeChat conversations and limits disclosure as stated in its SafeChat Privacy Policy.  However, there may be special cases where we disclose your information outside of Safe Horizon; for instance, if we fear you may do harm to yourself or others, we learn a child may be harmed or the law requires us to disclose your information.  The SafeChat service is not intended for use by anyone under the age of thirteen (13) and is not professional medical care, mental health care, or legal advice.

By accessing SafeChat you agree to the SafeChat Terms & Conditions of Use and the SafeChat Privacy Policy.