Anybody can be a victim of domestic violence. And victims often suffer through physical, sexual, emotional or economic abuse and worse, according to the N.C. Coalition Against Domestic Violence. Between January 2008 and November 2008, 94 people in North Carolina have lost their lives to domestic violence related homicides.

If you are a victim of any kind of abuse, please seek help. There are lots of agencies in the Triangle to help you find a new and better life for yourself and your children.

INTERACT

Interact is a private, non-profit in Wake County that provides safety, support and awareness to victims and survivors of domestic violence and rape/sexual assault.

ADDRESS: 612 Wade Ave., Raleigh N.C. 27605

24-HOUR CRISIS LINES: 919-828-7740 for domestic violence or 919-828-3005 for rape/sexual assault

WEB SITE: www.interactofwake.org

DURHAM CRISIS RESPONSE CENTER

The center works with the Durham community to end domestic and sexual violence through advocacy, education, support and prevention.

ADDRESS: 206 N. Dillard St., Durham, N.C. 27701

24-HOUR CRISIS LINE: 919-403-6562

WEB SITE: www.durhamcrisisresponse.org

FAMILY VIOLENCE PREVENTION CENTER OF ORANGE COUNTY

The center works with victims of family violence, their friends and families in Orange County.

ADDRESS: 201 E. Rosemary St., Chapel Hill, N.C. 27514

24-HOUR CRISIS HOTLINE: 919-929-7122

WEB SITE: www.fvpcoc.org

HARBOR INC.

The group helps victims of domestic violence and sexual assault and displaced homemakers in Johnston County.

CONTACT: 919-938-3566 and 919-934-0233

WEB SITE: www.harborshelter.org