# Domestic Violence (Women) Help Resources - North Dakota ## National Resources - **National Domestic Violence Hotline:** - **Phone:** 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) | TTY: 1-800-787-3224 - **Text:** Text START to 88788 - **Website:** [https://www.thehotline.org](https://www.thehotline.org/) - **Services Provided:** 24/7 support, safety planning, referrals, and resources for survivors of domestic violence. - **RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network):** - **Phone:** 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) - **Website:** [https://www.rainn.org](https://www.rainn.org/) - **Description:** Support for survivors of sexual violence, including those experiencing domestic abuse. ## Statewide Domestic Violence Services for Women - **North Dakota Council on Abused Women’s Services (NDCAWS):** - **Phone:** 1-701-255-6240 - **Website:** [https://www.cawsnorthdakota.org](https://www.cawsnorthdakota.org/) - **Office Locations:** Statewide programs with support centers in multiple cities. - **Services Provided:** Advocacy, legal assistance, shelters, crisis intervention, and counseling. ## Regional Domestic Violence Services for Women ### Bismarck - **Abused Adult Resource Center (AARC):** - **Phone:** 1-866-341-7009 - **Website:** [https://www.abusedadultresourcecenter.com](https://www.abusedadultresourcecenter.com/) - **Office Location:** 218 W Broadway Ave, Bismarck, ND - **Specialized Services:** Emergency shelter, legal advocacy, and support groups. ### Fargo - **Rape and Abuse Crisis Center of Fargo-Moorhead:** - **Phone:** 1-800-344-7273 - **Website:** [https://www.raccfm.com](https://www.raccfm.com/) - **Office Location:** 317 8th St N, Fargo, ND - **Specialized Services:** Safety planning, counseling, and court advocacy. ### Minot - **Domestic Violence Crisis Center (DVCC):** - **Phone:** 1-800-398-1098 - **Website:** [https://www.courage4change.org](https://www.courage4change.org/) - **Office Location:** 3900 11th St SE, Minot, ND - **Specialized Services:** Housing programs, advocacy services, and educational outreach. ## Reporting Domestic Violence - **North Dakota State Reporting Hotline:** - **Phone:** 1-800-472-2911 (Child and Family Services) - **Website:** [https://www.nd.gov/dhs/services/childfamily/domestic.html](https://www.nd.gov/dhs/services/childfamily/domestic.html) - **How to Report:** Contact the hotline or local law enforcement. Provide details about incidents, including names, dates, and descriptions. ## Online Support Services - **Domestic Shelters Online:** - **Website:** [https://www.domesticshelters.org](https://www.domesticshelters.org/) - **Features:** Searchable database of shelters, safety planning resources, and legal guidance. ## Educational Resources - **Love Is Respect:** - **Website:** [https://www.loveisrespect.org](https://www.loveisrespect.org/) - **Description:** Educational materials on identifying abusive relationships, safety planning, and rebuilding confidence. ## Additional Support - **YWCA Cass Clay (Fargo):** - **Phone:** 701-232-3449 - **Website:** [https://www.ywcacassclay.org](https://www.ywcacassclay.org/) - **Services Provided:** Emergency housing, counseling, and empowerment programs for women. --- _Updated as of December 31, 2024. For updates or corrections, please contact [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])._