Your well-being is a very important priority to us. In case of an emergency in which you or another’s immediate safety is at risk, please dial 9-1-1 for immediate assistance within the United States. There are also a number of local and national emergency resources you should be aware of that can assist in crisis or urgent situations. These include:
Local Support Resources
Compass Center for Women and Families empowers individuals and promotes equal access to opportunity regardless of gender or economic status. Their services include career and financial education, domestic violence crisis and prevention programs, assistance with legal resources, and youth health programs. 919-929-7122
Durham County Food and Nutritional Services is a federal program designed to provide nutrition benefits to low-income households to supplement their food budget so they can afford the nutritious food essentials for health and well-being while on the path to self-sufficiency.
Durham Crisis Response Center works with the community to end domestic, sexual and family violence and human trafficking through advocacy, education, support and prevention. 919-403-6562
End Hunger Durham is a searchable list of Durham food pantries that are open to the public.
Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina works every day to provide food to people in need while advancing long-term solutions to end hunger in our communities. .
Partnership for a Healthy Durham is a coalition of local organizations and community members with the goal of collaboratively improving the physical, mental, and social health and well-being of Durham’s residents.
InterAct Family Safety and Empowerment Center is dedicated to ending the cycle of domestic and sexual violence in Wake County, North Carolina, InterAct saves lives, rebuilds lives, and secures safer futures for victims and survivors and their families. 919-828-7501.
LGBT Center of Raleigh aims to serve, empower, and advocate for the well-being of our diverse LGBTQ+ communities. 919-832-4484
LGBTQ Center of Durham supports LGBTQ+ people through services, programming, resources, and support networks that center their wellbeing and allows them to thrive.
More In My Basket offers a variety of programs designed to educate individuals and communities about gaining access to federal food and nutrition services (FNS), food budgeting, nutrition and maximizing food resources.
North Carolina Diaper Bank works with local partners to provide diapers, clothing, and essential baby hygiene items to promote dignity, health, and quality of life for the people of North Carolina.
Rent, Eviction Prevention, and Utilities Assistance can provide legal advice and other assistance for individuals who are facing risk of eviction or suspension of utility services.
National Support Resources
Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of people who come together to solve their drinking problem. The primary purpose is to help alcoholics to achieve sobriety.
Al-Anon is a mutual support program for people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking.
Narcotics Anonymous is a nonprofit fellowship or society of men and women for whom drugs had become a major problem. They are recovering addicts who meet regularly to help each other stay clean. 888-GET-HOPE (438-4673)
Substance Abuse and Addiction Hotline aims to make a positive change in the lives of those struggling with addiction by providing access to quality information and referrals to resources. 844-289-0879
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) works to educate, support, advocate, listen and lead to improve the lives of people with mental illness and their loved ones. 800-950-NAMI (6264)
National Domestic Violence Hotline 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, the National Domestic Violence Hotline provides essential tools and support to help survivors of domestic violence so they can live their lives free of abuse. 800-799-SAFE (7233)
National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) works to advance research, build community, and raise awareness to support millions of Americans who have eating disorders or are affected by someone who does. 800-931-2237
National Sexual Assault Hotline RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) is the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization. RAINN created and operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline (800.656.HOPE, online.rainn.org) and operates the DoD Safe Helpline for the Department of Defense. RAINN also carries out programs to prevent sexual violence, help survivors, and ensure that perpetrators are brought to justice. 800-656-HOPE (4673)
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Whether you’re facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, caring counselors are here for you. Dial 988
The Trevor Project counselors are trained to answer calls, chats, or texts from LGBTQ+ young people who reach out on the free, confidential and secure 24/7 service when they are struggling with issues such as coming out, LGBTQ+ identity, depression, and suicide. 866-488-7386.
