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Families First, Inc - Serving Columbus and Bladen County NC

We provide

Emergency Shelter

Our shelter offers a caring and comfortable refuge where women and children can feel safe, find support, and use goal-setting techniques to plan for the future. Basic assistance is offered for such needs as medicines, food, clothing, baby supplies and emergency transportation.

Individual Counseling

Our staff and trained volunteers are available for both confidential telephone and in-person supportive counseling sessions. Feelings about being abused are discussed and self-esteem issues are addressed by counselors who respect and understand the dynamics of violent relationships.

Court Advocacy

The court process can be very intimidating and confusing. By not following the correct procedures, you risk not receiving due process of law!

The staff of Families First,Inc. can assist you in the court process. We are not attorneys or legal representatives but, we are knowledgeable and familiar with the court system. Let us help you receive the protection you need as you work with the legal system.

CALL US IF YOU NEED TO FILE A RESTRAINING ORDER OR WARRANT!

We will:

  • go with you to the courthouse to file these orders
  • be with you throughout the court proceeding
  • inform you of the documents you need to have with you for court
  • take pictures of any injuries you may have that may be used in court

Families First, Inc.
P.O. Box 1776
Whiteville NC 28472
910-642-5996