Crisis Support
Get help 24 hours a day for parents and families in crisis. Find a program below to get the care you need for your family.
IMPORTANT: Nurturing Durham is not designed to apply to most crises, and parents should dial 911 if there is a medical emergency or 988 if there is a mental health emergency.
Durham Resources
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.
Alliance Health Access and Information Center
Referrals to mental, substance abuse and behavioral health professionals for families with Medicaid or with no insurance; also serves as a 24/7 behavioral health crisis line
Durham Crisis Response Center
The Durham Crisis Response Center (DCRC) is the place for anyone in Durham who has experienced domestic, family or sexual violence or human trafficking to find safety and support.
The Village Durham
The Village Durham pairs families in crisis with a Family Advocate who can serve as a support for them with various needs including job training, employment, housing, nutrition, mental health, parenting education, and more.