Eve Inc

Programs: Legal advocacy - provides assistance to victims who need and want legal help. The staff provide information, referrals to appropriate agencies, and moral support during the legal proceedings.

shelter - provides shelter, meals, personal needs items, clothing while in residence and some housekeeping, personal needs items and toys/games for the children on departure from shelter are provided. Former residents are invited back for meals if needed.

crisis line advocacy - provides coverage for the 24-hour crisis line, overnight shelter security, and support and assistance to the women and children residing in the shelter. Processes all shelter intakes, provides each resident with daily needs such as personal care items, cleaning supplies, bed linens, bus tokens, first aid and medicines. Assists residents with cooperative living experience.

counseling community education advocacy - provides case management services for each shelter resident and follow-up services upon departure from the shelter. An assessment is conducted with each woman regarding potential need areas such as medical, financial, legal, housing, and transportation. Based on the assessments, the advocate and the resident construct an individualized plan to meet her needs. Childrens program - provides child care, supervised play and special activities for the children in residence at the shelter. Child care is also provided for children whose mother is coming to eve for non-resident services of advocacy or counseling. A family focus group is conducted by staff to help women understand how domestic violence affects their children.