Local Help in Wilmington, North Carolina
Domestic Violence Shelter and Services, Inc.
Emergency shelter, crisis counseling, legal advocacy, and support services for domestic violence survivors and their children.
Crisis Line: (910) 343-0703
Available: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
The Open Gate
Comprehensive domestic violence services including legal advocacy, counseling, emergency assistance, and court accompaniment.
Main Line: (910) 343-9969
Services: Legal advocacy, protection orders, court support
Legal Aid of North Carolina (Wilmington Office)
Free legal services for low-income individuals including help with protection orders, custody issues, housing, and family law matters.
Phone: (910) 763-6207
Address: 1 Innovation Way, Wilmington, NC 28401
National Resources
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Free, confidential support 24/7/365 for anyone affected by domestic violence.
RAINN Sexual Assault Hotline
National Sexual Assault Hotline provides free, confidential support 24/7.
Call: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
Website: rainn.org
National Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Information, resources, and support for victims of domestic violence.
Website: ncadv.org
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