Coastal Women’s Shelter

     1333 S. Glenburnie Road, New Bern, NC 28562               P.O. Box 13081, New Bern, NC 28561

 (252) 638-4509                   Fax (252) 638-1298             cwsfund@embarqmail.com
 

Purpose: Provide assistance to victims of domestic violence who live in Craven, Jones and Pamlico Counties

Eligibility: Anyone, male or female, who is a victim of domestic violence

Cost: There are no charges for the services provided by Coastal Women's Shelter for those who quality

Text Box: CRISIS LINE AVAILABLE 24 HOURS A DAY 

      252-638-5995
 

 

 

 

Services:

Confidentiality

Shelter at the Safe House for women and children who are  victims of domestic violence.

Caring, knowledgeable and empathetic advocates and shelter staff provide information and education about domestic violence, safety planning, and goal planning for self sufficiency.

Court assistance to obtain domestic violence protective orders and advocacy in criminal courts.

Transportation - as necessary and available

Food and nutrition planning

Clothing, toiletries and personal care items

Helping Hands Shoppe: Vouchers for clothing, furniture, baby items and household goods

New Choices Program:  Education and Training

    Survival Skills Training

    Employment Assistance

Domestic Violence Support Groups for Women and for Children in Craven, Pamlico, and Jones Counties led by
         therapists

Community Awareness and Education

Emergency 911 cell phones

Referrals and Information re: housing, physical and mental health resources, public assistance, immigration, legal issues, etc.

All candidates for the Safe House MUST BE ASSESSED BY CWS STAFF BEFORE ADMITTANCE. During working hours (M-F 8am –5 pm), they will be interviewed by a victim advocate; at all other times, contact our CRISIS LINE for screening at 638-5995.

 

                                                                                                        7/2008