Helen Wright Center for Women
The Helen Wright Center for Women (HWCW) works to reduce homelessness by providing temporary housing and support services in a program to promote independence. Among these are:
- transitional shelter for 230 women who are homeless each year.
- offering basic needs and case management to help homeless women move toward independence and permanent housing.
- special programs such as yoga, women’s support group, game nights and night of pampering, and workshops for life skills, job readiness, home owenership, self-esteem and health related issues.
General Information
There is frequently a waiting list for the HWCW. Applicants must leave contact information, or call in daily, to check on space availability.
- Guests, with the support of a case manager, set goals to accomplish.
- Guests must be drug and alcohol free.
- Guests complete chores each morning and evening to keep the Center clean and running smoothly.
- Each guest contracts for an initial stay of two months and can apply for extensions.
- Guests make a commitment to live in a community environment.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers prepare most meal times and help with administrative duties at the front desk. For more information about volunteering, see our Volunteers section.
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