“We want to help women dream again, let them know there are possibilities outside of expected parameters. It’s amazing to watch them absorb the attitude: ‘Yes, I can!’ How gratifying is that?
— Ginny Ware, Transitional Housing Program Manager
The Transitional Housing Program focuses on giving families a safe space and time to recover from domestic violence. Women and families live independently in one of seventeen fully furnished apartments for up to eighteen months where they receive agency core services. Families pay one-third of their income for the program which includes:
In 2007, the program provided nearly 13,000 bednights (one person/bed/night) for more than 70 women and children.
In need of services? To apply for transitional housing you'll need a referral from a domestic violence agency. Ask your advocate about applications.
“As we get closer to kids they open up. Over a board game or during a trip to the zoo, they’ll tell of their experiences with abuse at home. The smallest connections with kids can help them alleviate their fears and develop trust.”
— Becky Hall, Children’s Advocate
We know that domestic violence can traumatize children and teens. That’s why we provide special kid-focused support services.
In addition to Kids’ Club, which is available to anyone in the community, we provide specialized services for children and teens in our programs. We provide morning child care in the emergency shelter and during all residential and community support groups.
In our emergency shelter and transitional housing programs, more than half of the people we serve are children and teens. We offer informal support groups, age-appropriate outings and one-to-one support. We organize many activities to help young people cope with the abuse they’ve witnessed and experienced, including: weekly karate classes, field trips, teen empowerment groups, family fun nights, activities for moms and small children, and help with homework.