For survivors of domestic violence, the first night after escaping is often the hardest. Even when the door finally closes and locks behind them, the body doesn’t immediately understand it’s safe. Survivors tell us about the shaking. The long, sleepless hours. The way they keep their shoes close by—just in case. They talk about fear not as an emotion, but as a sound: a constant hum in the background of their lives. One woman told our staff, “I didn’t realize how loud fear was

When people hear the word shelter , they might think of a building or a bed to sleep in for the night. But for survivors of domestic...

Leaving home isn’t easy, and sometimes it happens suddenly, without time to pack. If you or someone you love is planning to come to our...

Leaving an abuser can be dangerous. Learn about how the Shelter offer safety.