Burlington, Greensboro, Yanceyvillle, Chapel Hill, NC Domestic Violence Programs
- Listed: March 19, 2019 7:40 am
- Expires: 997387 days, 21 hours
Description
Domestic violence (also called intimate partner violence (IPV), domestic abuse or relationship abuse) is a pattern of behaviors used by one partner to maintain power and control over another partner in an intimate relationship.
Domestic violence does not discriminate. Anyone of any race, age, sexual orientation, religion or gender can be a victim – or perpetrator – of domestic violence. It can happen to people who are married, living together or who are dating. It affects people of all socioeconomic backgrounds and education levels.
Domestic violence includes behaviors that physically harm, arouse fear, prevent a partner from doing what they wish or force them to behave in ways they do not want. It includes the use of physical and sexual violence, threats and intimidation, emotional abuse and economic deprivation. Many of these different forms of domestic violence/abuse can be occurring at any one time within the same intimate relationship.
You may call National Domestic Violence Hotline @ 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) to get resources for legal help. You can also visit WomensLaw.org and search state by state for information on laws including restraining orders and child custody information.
Following listings will help you to select domestic violence programs based on location, service and language needs. Find 24-hour hotlines in your area, service listings, housing services, emergency services, legal and financial services, and support groups for women, children and families, and more.
There are currently 1 domestic violence and abuse shelters and programs in Burlington, NC with 1 offering a hotline and 1 offering emergency shelter. Outside of this city and still nearby, you can also find help at these 25 domestic violence and abuse shelters and programs in places like Greensboro, Yanceyvillle, and Chapel Hill.
Family Abuse Services of Alamance County, Inc. in Burlington, NC
Emergency Shelter
- Hotline – 336-226-5985(24⁄7)
- Toll Free –
- Business – 336-226-5982
- Languages Spoken – English, Spanish
- TTY/TTD –
- Fax – 336-226-7303
- Hours of operation
Monday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Tuesday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Wednesday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Saturday CLOSED Sunday CLOSED
About Family Abuse Services of Alamance County, Inc.
- Website – familyabuseservices.org
- Established –
- Beds – 18
- Maximum Length of Stay (days) – 90
- Wheelchair Accessible – Yes
- Pet Shelter – No
Family Service of the Piedmont-Clara House Shelter in Greensboro, NC
Emergency Shelter
- Hotline – 336-889-7273(24⁄7)
- Toll Free –
- Business – 336-387-6161
- Languages Spoken – English, Spanish
- TTY/TTD –
- Fax –
Services
Populations Served
-
Counties Served
Guilford County
About Family Service of the Piedmont-Clara House Shelter
- Website – www.SafeAndHealthyFamilies.com
- Established –
- Beds –
- Maximum Length of Stay (days) –
- Wheelchair Accessible –
- Pet Shelter – No
Family Services of Caswell County in Yanceyvillle, NC
Emergency Shelter, DV Focused Program
- Hotline – 336-694-5655(24⁄7)
- Toll Free –
- Business – 336-694-5750
- Languages Spoken – English, Spanish
- TTY/TTD –
- Fax – 336-694-9056
- Hours of operation
Monday 7:00 am – 4:00 pm Tuesday 7:00 am – 4:00 pm Wednesday 7:00 am – 4:00 pm Thursday 7:00 am – 4:00 pm Friday 7:00 am – 4:00 pm Saturday CLOSED Sunday CLOSED
Services
Populations Served
-
Counties Served
Caswell County and surrounding areas
About Family Services of Caswell County
- Website – www.caswellcountync.gov
- Established – November 2006
- Beds – 0
- Maximum Length of Stay (days) –
- Wheelchair Accessible – Yes
- Pet Shelter – No
Description
Family Services of Caswell County provides services to victims of domestic violence which include a 24/7 confidential crisis line, court advocacy, support groups, sheltering assistance, job placement assistance, financial counseling, case management, and referrals to other local resources.
Compass Center for Women and Families in Chapel Hill, NC
- Hotline – 919-929-7122(24⁄7)
- Toll Free –
- Business – 919-968-4610
- Languages Spoken – English, Spanish
- TTY/TTD –
- Fax – 919-932-3125
- Hours of operation
Monday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Tuesday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Wednesday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Thursday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Saturday CLOSED Sunday CLOSED
Services
Populations Served
-
Counties Served
Orange County
About Compass Center for Women and Families
- Website – www.compassctr.org
- Established –
- Beds – 0
- Maximum Length of Stay (days) –
- Wheelchair Accessible –
- Pet Shelter – No
Inter-Faith Council For Social Service in Chapel Hill, NC
Emergency Shelter
- Hotline –
- Toll Free –
- Business – 919-929-6380
- Languages Spoken – English
- TTY/TTD –
- Fax –
- Hours of operation – 24⁄7
Services
Populations Served
About Inter-Faith Council For Social Service
- Website – www.ifcweb.org
- Established –
- Beds –
- Maximum Length of Stay (days) –
- Wheelchair Accessible – Yes
- Pet Shelter – No
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