WomenSafe’s mission is to provide emergency shelter and support services to survivors of domestic violence throughout Northeast Ohio.
Founded by a group of community activists determined to ensure that nobody has to live in fear, WomenSafe has been serving survivors of domestic violence throughout Northeast Ohio for over 40 years.
With the help of our inspiring donors and community advocates, our free, life-saving services will continue to be available to those that need it most.
If you are living in an abusive home, know that there is somewhere to turn. WomenSafe has an emergency shelter, court advocacy, counseling, art therapy, peer support groups, employment advocacy, and more to empower you on your journey towards a safe, independent life.
Get Help
WomenSafe offers a variety of services to domestic violence survivors, regardless if they have stayed in our shelter. All of our services are offered confidentially and free of charge. To speak directly with an advocate, call our free, 24/7 hotline COPEline at 1-888-285-5665.
Give Help
Without the support from donors in our community, victims of domestic abuse who are living in fear of violence would have nowhere to turn. WomenSafe ensures that every person has a safe place to call home. Every dollar you give helps survivors in your community receive safety, food, hygiene products, tools to work through their trauma, and more. Everybody deserves to have a safe place to call home, and your donation makes that possible.
Volunteer
WomenSafe is always looking to add to our awesome team of volunteers. No amount of time is too big or too small! We have many different volunteer opportunities, including working at our Resale Shoppe, marketing, maintenance, sorting through donations, and more. View our Volunteer Page or fill out our Volunteer Form for more information!
You don’t have to face this journey alone…
“I never once thought that I would find myself in need of a support system like WomenSafe with its network of advocates and kind-hearted families such as yourself; as I always thought "these things always happen to others". I know now that its not true…and listening to the stories and circumstances of others that I met at WomenSafe, I realize just how lucky and blessed I was when they extended a helping hand."
— Former WomenSafe Client
“This shelter, which I now call home, has been one of the biggest blessings I have had since the birth of my babies. I had lost everything and had nothing. But coming here, I gained hope, faith and reassurance that everything was going to be okay. I now know I can keep my son. And I now have the support that I needed that I never thought I would have."
— Former WomenSafe Client
“Since the day we arrived the staff has encouraged, listened, sympathized, held our hands, showed us respect, rejoiced and even cried with us. I want you to know what a profound impact you all have had on me and my family. We are forever grateful for you and your help and support. The fact that you all cared about us has made a big difference in our lives."
— Former WomenSafe Client
