Sacramento County’s Department of Child, Family and Adult Services (DCFAS) is recognizing October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. DCFAS supports survivors and families through programs and partnerships that protect children, older adults and dependent adults. Through partnerships with community organizations, law enforcement and service providers, DCFAS works to ensure that survivors have access to safety, resources and compassionate support.
Domestic Violence Awareness Month is an opportunity to raise awareness about domestic violence and take action to support survivors and help prevent family violence. In 2026, the national Domestic Violence Awareness Project is focusing on moving from awareness to action and standing with survivors.
Sacramento County partners with organizations that provide services and resources to people impacted by domestic violence, including WEAVE, the Sacramento Regional Family Justice Center and My Sister’s House.
Resources:
WEAVE: Provides support and resources for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.
Sacramento Regional Family Justice Center: Provides crisis intervention, legal support, youth services, and survivor advocacy.
My Sister’s House: Provides services for Asian and Pacific Islander and other underserved women and children impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking.
National Domestic Violence Hotline: (800) 799-7233 — Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Childhelp USA Hotline: (800) 422-4453 — A 24-hour crisis hotline offering support in 140 languages.
How to Report Abuse in Sacramento County
- To report child abuse: Call the 24-Hour Child Abuse Hotline at 916-875-KIDS (5437)
- To report elder or dependent adult abuse: Call the 24/7 Adult Protective Services hotline at (916) 874-9377. For emergencies, dial 911.
Sacramento County employees and community partners work throughout the year to raise awareness and support people impacted by domestic violence. We can all do our part by learning about domestic violence, supporting survivors and sharing information about resources that can help people find safety and support.