Emergency shelters are often the first step for Survivors who are seeking to Flee from abuse. Often Emergency shelters are a lifeline for many survivors.

Every shelter program may include the following:

• A variety of support and are available 24-hours a day, every day of the year, to ensure women can access immediate protection and support as needed.
• Basic material needs, such as hygiene products, clothing and meals.
• Safe , confidential and secure accommodations .
• Risk assessment and safety planing during and after the shelter stay.
• Individual counseling to support each Survivor in achieving their goals in overcoming long term effects of violence and all barriers to self sufficiency/ independent living.
• Addressing challenges women may be experiencing such as trauma, substance abuse, mental health issues, i.e
  • Assistance with legal and court preparations and accompaniment or referrals to legal protection and medical services.
  • Assistance in finding and accessing economic opportunities.
  • Counseling and related support for children to address the effects they experienced from the violence
• Some Pet accommodations are available on or off site. Close to 52% of Survivors in shelters have to leave their pets with their abusers.
• Your information will never be shared with other supportive agencies unless permission is granted. Your information is always private.