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After a brief suspension of services caused by a fire at the Katie S. Cashion Center, the Greensboro Family Justice Center (FJC) has reopened at a temporary location in the Old Guilford County Courthouse.
Starting Tuesday, July 22, the courthouse pop-up site will operate Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and will remain open until it is safe to return to the Cashion Center.
“The safety and wellbeing of our residents is always our top priority,” said Catherine Johnson, FJC Director. “We’re incredibly grateful to our partners and to Chief District Court Judge [Michelle] Fletcher for working swiftly to ensure our life-saving services continue uninterrupted.”
In the meantime, the public was rerouted to the High Point location, which served over 350 people in the last two weeks—an increase of 160 percent. Johnson noted that the Greensboro FJC saw six cases on the very first day of operation at the new pop-up location.
While the FJC is currently operating with a reduced staff, Johnson emphasized that the commitment to serving survivors remains strong. The team continues to support victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, elder abuse and stalking.
The temporary site includes the relocation of a core team of 40 professionals from key stakeholder agencies such as Family Services of the Piedmont, the Greensboro Police Department, the Guilford County Sheriff’s Office, and the Department of Social Services. Services available include victim advocacy, assistance with filing restraining orders, emergency shelter referrals, law enforcement follow-up, and social services. Additional partners, including Elon Law School and the Children’s Law Center, are offering remote support, as are mental health crisis providers.
“Establishing a temporary pop-up location in such a short time reflects our community’s strong partnerships and commitment to victims of crime,” said Johnson. “Survivors deserve consistent, compassionate support, and thanks to Guilford County administration and our partners, we’re ready to assist residents from our Greensboro and High Point offices.”
Visitors to the Old Guilford County Courthouse pop-up can enter through the main public entrance facing Governmental Plaza. For ADA access, an entrance is located on S. Eugene Street. Please note: cell phones, cameras, laptops, and other communication devices are not permitted inside the courthouse.
Brenda White, a survivor of domestic violence and a dedicated volunteer with the FJC VOICES Committee, shared her personal journey and encouraged others to seek support.
“As a survivor and advocate, I know what victims have been through, as I have been there myself. To my fellow survivors: whether you’re just beginning your journey or still finding your voice, know this—you’re not alone. There is hope. There is healing. The Family Justice Center is here for you. It has saved thousands of lives and can help save yours,” said White, who survived a brutal domestic assault more than two decades ago.
The FJC’s High Point location at 505 E. Green Dr. remains fully operational and open to walk-ins Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Residents in need of support can call (336) 641-SAFE (7233) or visit guilfordcountync.gov/fjc for more information. For immediate help, call 911 or contact the 24-hour crisis line at Family Service of the Piedmont at (336) 273-7273.
