<prompt> Human: To make a long story as short as I can I need to get out of a toxic relationship. I have twin children under Three, and a dog. The person I need to get away from is the only one who has ever helped me in the big bad world. I live in North Carolina and the only luck Ive had on Craigslist is largely being preyed on for anything sexual instead of honest work. I have no control over finances. I was denied a loan because of my lack of credit history over the years hes been in control of everything. Recently the money I had tucked away after general tasks like grocery shopping etc... was found, and another fight was had in front of my children. Hes already refused to pay my phone bill which is the only way I can even hope to remain connected outside of our home. Its the only utility he has allowed me to keep in my name and the bill must be paid within 24 hours. I have no family left. Ive been forced to see all of my friendships fade over my time with him, and I desperately need a shot at starting over. Ive been turned away by churches, been told that the mental and emotional abuse is hard to prove, and generally kicked while Im down at every turn. I dont have anyone to turn to for any sort of guidance on how to get out of this situation instead of taking the chance that someone in the online community may have had a similar experience. Anyone that can offer any sort of advice on how to take my life back, and start from nothing financially for my childrens sake could potentially change three lives. Im college educated with an art degree, I was forced to sell all of my camera equipment while he was between jobs. Any assistance, a shove in the right direction could drastically impact three lives. UPDATE: As of about an hour ago, Ive reconnected with an old family friend who is going to let me and my children, dog included in a home that they own. From the bottom of my heart I want to thank everyone for offering advice and insight. Its still a long road, and income wont start progressing for a while but I have never felt so much support and positivity from a group of people. Thank you, all of you. I do not have a gofundme, or anything of that nature I never went into this with my hand out, only open ears, and an open mind. To those who offered support I am blown away. If you persist please get my email, if not please consider donating to local crisis funds. Thank you all so much for your time and advice. It means the world.  <response>: Womans shelters are extremely private and secret. Their location should not be known in the town. The purpose of the womens shelter is to get you back on your feet, and they will help protect you. It looks like what everyone is saying truly is the best advice. They will help you get a job, help you relocate, and give you a place to stay while you get back on track. I hope your local shelter is suitable but like other people are saying, you can go to another one. Just make some calls from someplace and they will most likely pick you up. Take a couple risks and call the police for the phone number to the womens shelter and call them. Hopefully it will change your life. 