As domestic and sexual violence programs and shelters across North Dakota respond to the COVID-19 in their local communities, advocates are facing additional challenges as they seek to continue uninterrupted services for survivors. CAWS North Dakota is working to implement timely responses and resources to help advocates and those affected by violence, especially during social distancing and self isolating, which will have impacts on individuals and families living in an abusive household.
Remember that you are not alone and there are services and supports available to you at all times, including during this health crisis.
• Every member program is taking precautions that best suits the needs of their community
• Seeking services, but feeling sick? Please call the your local program/shelter prior to coming in person
• Program & Shelter employees who are sick are encouraged to remain at home and work remotely
• If you are in an unsafe home during self quarantine/social distancing, consider creating a safety plans. Contact your local program or a national hotline resource for help.
Updated as of April 9, 2020 at 11:00 am
Office hours listed are Monday to Friday • After office hours, contact the Crisis Line • All Crisis Lines are available 24/7
Contact advocacy crisis centers directly to confirm most up-to-date operations
Updated May 27, 2020
Tentative Re-open Date: May 18, 2020
Currently offering virtual visits
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Currently offering visits via phone or video calls
Tentative Re-open Date: June 1, 2020
Tentative Re-open Date: May 26, 2020
Tentative Re-open Date: June 1, 2020
CLOSED
Currently offering virtual visits
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If you’re unable to utilize local resources, reach out to advocates here:
National Sexual Assault Hotline
1-800-656-4673
Online Chat Available
National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-7233
Online Chat Available
For anyone experiencing domestic violence, seeking resources or information, or questioning unhealthy aspects of their relationship
StrongHearts Native Helpline
1-844-762-8483
Safe, anonymous, and confidential service for Native Americans experiencing domestic violence and dating violence
Love Is Respect
1-8660-331-9474
Online Chat Available
Text: 22522
Information, support, and advocacy to young people who have questions or concerns about their dating relationships
LGBT National Help Center
1-888-843-4564
Youth: 1-800-246-7743
Senior: 1-888-234-7243
Email: help@LGBThotline.org
Online Chat Available
Serves gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and questioning people by providing free and confidential peer support and local resources
DV & SA Related Guidelines
NNEDV: Resources on on the Response to COVID-19
Features links to various nationwide organization responses
NSVRC: Resources for COVID-19 Response
Features links to various resources
How to Reduce the Flu in Shelters
Downloadable PDF featuring instructions and guidelines
Staying Safe During COVID-19
Resource for intimate partner violence survivors uniquely impacted by COVID-19; safety plan
General Health Guidelines
Help Prevent the Spread of COVID-19
World Health Organization instructions
North Dakota State Department of Health Response for COVID-19
521 E Main Avenue
Suite 320
Bismarck, ND 58501
Phone (701) 255.6240
Toll Free (888) 255.6240
Fax (701) 255.1904
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