Noah Project offers a safe place to escape violence in your home. We provide all of the essentials for living, including food, toiletries, baby supplies, etc. We will assist you with safe transportation to the shelter. The shelter is confidential, in a secure location, and client parking is available. You can bring your kids or other family members who are in danger. We do offer shelter to male clients, and we can provide emergency shelter to unaccompanied youth.
What Should I Expect?
New Environment
It can be scary to call an unknown agency or move to an unfamiliar environment, so we hope that knowing a little bit about what to expect can make it easier.
Moving in to the Shelter
The first step in accessing our service is completion of an "Intake Packet". When you get to the shelter, an intake worker will sit down with you to complete the packet. Completing the packet typically takes about 30 minutes. The intake packet records information about you and your kids, documents the history of abuse, and is where you sign the agreements to receive services. After the intake packet is complete, the worker will give you a tour of the shelter, provide you with toiletries and bedding, and help you get settled in your room.
Life in the Shelter
There are several rooms in the shelter. We try to help as many individuals as possible, so families may have to share rooms. Each room has several sets of bunk beds. Most rooms are set up with two adjoining rooms sharing a common bathroom.
The kitchen, dining room, playroom, and living rooms are common areas shared by all clients. Clients make their own meals for breakfast and lunch, and a chef prepares the evening meal on weekdays. There is a rotating chore schedule to keep the common areas clean. Clients are free to come and go during the day, and there is an evening curfew. We ask that clients get a pass if they will be out overnight.
Child care is not provided on site, but we help you find child care arrangements. A computer with an internet connection is available. Friends and family can leave messages for you, but we will not confirm or deny that you're staying with us.
Your Advocate and Plan of Service
Your advocate is a Noah employee who helps you achieve your goals. Your advocate will work with you on a "Plan of Service" to help you achieve your goals. Your advocate can help you work with the legal system, work with other agencies, and access community resources.
