Shelter residency is not required in order to receive services.
24 Hour Crisis Intervention
Trained staff and volunteers are available in urgent and emergency situations to assist with, and provide for, victims’ immediate safety, shelter and supportive needs. This service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Emergency Shelter
The shelter offers a caring and non-threatening refuge where residents can be safe, find support, and use goal-setting techniques to plan for the future. Basic assistance for food, clothing, baby supplies and emergency transportation are all provided.
Information, Advocacy and Referral
Through an established network of social agencies and private practitioners, we are able to provide referral and assistance for victims with legal, medical, vocational, housing, financial and educational concerns. Court accompaniment is also available.
Individual Support
Our staff and trained volunteers are available for both confidential telephone and in person support sessions.
Empowerment Groups
The Empowerment Support Groups provide support and education for victims and survivors of domestic violence. The evening meets weekly and conducts sessions in English and Spanish. The Children’s Program offers a concurrent session during the evening.
A daytime session is available to accommodate individuals who are unable to meet in the evenings (a children’s program is not available during the daytime group).
Children’s Programs
Weekly programs providing positive interaction and addressing issues relating to domestic violence are available. Children’s activities also take place throughout the week for children staying at the shelter.
Community Education/Outreach
Programs are available for groups, schools, and professional service agencies. Youth programs include; Hands are Not For Hitting, Safe Dates, and STARS. Public events are also planned throughout the year. Visit our Latest News page via the Open Gate link for more information.
Even with all of these efforts, there are thousands of women in our service area experiencing violence on recurring basis.