Experiencing domestic violence in the Triangle? These resources can help
Key Takeaways
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- Local agencies offer 24/7 crisis lines and shelters across the Triangle.
- Protection orders can be filed at courthouses and some agencies, depending on location.
- Police and sheriff deputies can provide escort or stand by during moves.
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If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, help is available.
The resources listed below are not a comprehensive guide but may offer a starting point for those in need.
Wake County
- InterAct, interactofwake.org, 1012 Oberlin Road, Raleigh. A 24/7 crisis line is available at 919-828-7740 in English. A Spanish crisis line can be reached from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday at 844-203-8896.
- Obtain a domestic violence protection order by going to the Civil Clerk of Court office at the Wake County courthouse, 316 Fayetteville St. in Raleigh. New filings are accepted between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. weekdays, except for state holidays.
- Triangle Family Services, tfsnc.org, 3397 Western Blvd., Raleigh, 919-821-0790.
- Kiran specializes in supporting South Asian survivors of domestic violence. Located at 1012 Oberlin Road in Raleigh and kiraninc.org. A 24/7 crisis line is available at 877-NC-KIRAN.
Durham County
- Durham Crisis Response Center, thedcrc.org, 919-403-6562.
- Obtain a domestic violence protection order by going to the Durham County Clerk of Court at 510 S. Dillard St. in Durham.
Orange County
- Orange County Rape Crisis Center, ocrcc.org or 866-935-4783. Their 24/7 help line can be reached by calling 919-967-7273 or texting 919-967-7273.
- Compass Center, 210 Henderson St., Chapel Hill, compassct.org. Their 24/7 crisis line is available at 919-929-7122.
- Obtain a domestic violence protection order by visiting the Compass Center or the Orange County Sheriff’s Office at 106 E. Margaret Lane in Hillsborough.
Johnston County
- Harbor Inc, harborshelter.org, 919-631-5478.
- Good Neighbor House, 919-934-9527.
- Obtain a domestic violence protection order by going to the Johnston County Clerk of Court at 207 E. Johnston St. in Smithfield.
Chatham County
- Second Bloom of Chatham, 117 E. Salisbury St., Pittsboro, secondbloomofchatham.org. A 24/7 crisis line is available at 919-545-0055.
- Chatham Family Violence Prevention Services, Chatham County Justice Center, 40 E. Chatham St. Room 2401, Pittsboro, 919-548-2329. Services are offered in English and Spanish on weekdays.
Statewide and national
- National Domestic Violence Hotline, available 24/7 at 1-800-799-SAFE, thehotline.org or by texting “START” to 88788.
- North Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence, nccadv.org.
- An officer or deputy from your local police department or sheriff’s office can escort you and/or stand by while you are moving out or visiting a residence to obtain your property. It’s generally best to call the non-emergency line for the department of your choice to arrange this.
This story was originally published October 22, 2025 at 5:45 AM with the headline "Experiencing domestic violence in the Triangle? These resources can help."
Lexi Solomon
The News & Observer