Crisis Hotlines & General Assistance
National Human Trafficking Hotline
1-888-373-7888 — 24/7 line for reporting and support, plus referrals to local services. National Human Trafficking Hotline
211 Orange County 2-1-1 (or 888-600-4357) — 24-hour information & referral for housing, health, food, crisis support, and county services including human trafficking connections. 211 Orange County
Law Enforcement & Victim Advocacy
Orange County Human Trafficking Task Force
Partnership of local law enforcement and service providers focused on victim identification, support, and prosecution of offenders. Orange County Human
Orange County Victim‑Witness
Assists crime victims (including trafficking survivors) with navigating the justice system and accessing compensation. Orange County District Attorney
Victim Witness Assistance Program
Provides advocacy and support for victims participating in legal proceedings. Orange County District Attorney
Emergency Services, Housing & Case Management
Strong Beginnings – Part of Orange County Rescue Mission
Comprehensive response for women escaping human trafficking including emergency shelter, transitional housing, care coordination, advocacy, food, clothing, case management, and counseling. Rescue Mission
Counseling, Healing & Therapy
Mariposa Center – Human Trafficking Program
Trauma-informed counseling, individual & group therapy, and specialized services geared toward trauma recovery for survivors in Orange County. Mariposa+1
Victim Support & Survivor Services
Waymakers – Victim Services (includes trafficking)
Victim advocates provide emotional support, assistance accessing services, safety planning, and help connecting with community resources. waymakersoc.org
Fundación de Sobrevivientes de Tráfico Humano
Non-profit supporting survivors of human trafficking.
Orange County Family Justice Resources
Orange County Family Justice Center — Co-located services for survivors of abuse and exploitation, offering safety planning and referrals. Orange County District Attorney
General Victim Resources (Useful for Trafficking Survivors)
Cast Child Abuse Services Team
Multi-agency partnership supporting children — may intersect with commercially exploited minors. Orange County District Attorney
Domestic Violence & Shelter Services (through Orange County Health Agency)
Hotlines & shelters such as Human Options, Interval House, Laura’s House, Women’s Transitional Living Center (WTLC), and others offer crisis support and safe shelter — callers to 2-1-1 can be connected. OC Health Care Agency
CalVCB (Victim Compensation Board)
State program that can help with reimbursements for crime-related costs such as medical care, counseling, and relocation. Orange County District Attorney+1
Additional Support Services
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- Homeless Support & Outreach:
Homeless Intervention Services of Orange County (HIS‑OC) — housing & shelter services, which can be essential for survivors at risk of homelessness.
- Homeless Support & Outreach:
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- Legal Assistance: Victims often benefit from legal services related to immigration, family law, and civil protections — local legal clinics may be accessible via 2-1-1 referrals. 211 Orange County
Tips for Use
Use 2-1-1 Orange County as a central resource for referrals to services not listed here. 211 Orange County Encourage survivors to engage with the National Human Trafficking Hotline for individualized support plans. National Human Trafficking Hotline Law enforcement involvement is optional — survivors can access many services whether or not they report.
