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1333 S. Glenburnie Road, New Bern, NC 28562 P.O. Box 13081, New Bern, NC 28561
(252) 638-4509 Fax (252) 638-1298
cws@always-online.com Purpose: Provide assistance to those who are victims of domestic and family violence who live in Craven, Jones and Pamlico Counties Eligibility: Anyone may use their services, including men. (Housing would be very short term at a local motel/hotel) Cost: There are no charges for the services provided by Coastal Women's Shelter for those who quality
Services: Confidentiality Shelter at the Safe House for women and children (males over age 12 are considered on a case by case basis) 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 through the courts Transportation - as necessary 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 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 office staff; at all other times, contact our CRISIS LINE for screening at 638-5995. Motto: “together we make the impossible possible” 8/2007 |
