RESOURCES

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NATIONAL RESOURCES

National Domestic Violence Hotline
Phone: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
Text: START to 88788
Website: https://www.thehotline.org

Confidential support available 24/7 with trained advocates who can help with safety planning, resources, and emotional support.

 

National Teen Dating Abuse Help Line

866.311.9474

For young people experiencing abuse or curious about healthy relationships

 

National DEAF Hotline

Video phone: 855.812.1001 

Helpline for individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing

 

RAINN – National Sexual Assault Hotline
Phone: 800-656-HOPE
Website: https://www.rainn.org

Support for survivors of sexual violence, including confidential online chat and hotline services.


StrongHearts Native Helpline
Phone: 1-844-7NATIVE
Website: https://strongheartshelpline.org

Confidential support for Native American and Alaska Native survivors of domestic violence.


Love Is Respect
Phone: 1-866-331-9474
Text: LOVEIS to 22522
Website: https://www.loveisrespect.org

Support focused on healthy relationships, particularly for younger women and teens.

STATE RESOURCES

STATE RESOURCES (North Carolina)

North Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Website: https://nccadv.org

Provides connections to shelters, local advocates, and support resources throughout North Carolina.



Find Local Shelters Nationwide
Website: https://www.domesticshelters.org

Allows individuals to search for domestic violence shelters and support services in their area anywhere in the United States.




LEGAL AIDES

Legal Aid of North Carolina
Website: https://www.legalaidnc.org

Provides free or low-cost legal help for qualifying individuals, including assistance with protective orders, custody issues, and domestic violence cases.



WomensLaw.org
Website: https://www.womenslaw.org

Provides easy-to-understand legal information about restraining orders, custody laws, and safety planning for every state.

EMERGENCY CONTACTS

Emergency
Call 911 if you are in immediate danger.


National Domestic Violence Hotline
Phone: 1-800-799-7233
Available 24 hours a day.


Text-Based Help
Text START to 88788 for confidential assistance.

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