The Safe House is a confidential shelter that provides safety, support and referrals to victims of intimate partner violence and their children. It is an eight week program that consists of legal assistance, case management and therapy. Both individual therapy and group therapy are provided during your stay.
In order to get into the Safe House, you will start by calling our crisis line at: 805.781.6400. The staff will determine, based on the information provided, whether or not you are eligible to enter the program, or if referrals are more appropriate.
While at the Safe House, adjusting may be difficult at first, however, most residents settle in rather quickly as they are relieved that they are safe. Our Safe House is a communal living setting, each resident having their own room. Usually at the end of eight weeks, clients are self-sufficient by the way of having the support they need for housing, legal assistance and therapy. Clients can access therapy services after they exit the Safe House and continue working with case management as well as legal services if there are continued legal issues.
Outcomes
The emergency shelter and support services provided by the agency have been shown to be effective for the vast majority of participating clients. Client surveys from the most recent fiscal year indicate that 100% of all shelter clients reported an increased sense of safety. 95% reported that shelter services increased their sense of self-sufficiency. 100% reported that shelter services increased their sense of self-esteem.
Client Testimonials
“The shelter has really been an amazing escape for me. My life path was going nowhere despite my goals that I already had for me. The shelter has given me the opportunity to not only finish goals but do so with my son at my side.”-Client (2011)
“They are doing great work here and I have felt safe and cared for. I am glad I came here and know I can get back on my feet. Thanks!!”- Client (2010)
“I feel that without this women’s shelter I would have been in constant danger….They have been knowledgeable in their expertise to help women get over this trauma and give them a place to recover from their losses in a safe environment. Without this shelter I believe I could not have made it through this ordeal. They helped me in every possible way. Thank you very much for shelter. Hopefully now I can use these resources to get over this trauma and continue my life.”- Client (2010)
“This shelter has helped me immensely after my abuse and they took me in and gave me so much help….I feel that this program saved my life…..Their caring and devotion to the safety and emotional conditions of the clients is top rate. Thank you forever.”- Client (2010)
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