Most of these women are very kind and they do not put themselves on a higher level than the clients. However there are a few of the ladies that seem to feel like they can treat someone with no respect and in the same time demand respect for their self. When it comes to respect I believe you get what you give. The programs I never got to experience I had to wait 5 days and was forced to lay there with a bacterial ear infection and agony for days until about 5 days later when I finally got the medicine. The next day with a difference of opinion I was removed disrespectfully my things were violated and missing I have made three attempts to retain my items they will not return them I have a list of things it's horrible. When I left my abuser he has attempted to force me to do what he says or to suffer the consequences. What happened with these two particular ladies is the same. They felt the need to put me in my place and let me know that I'm beneath them violating my things stole my property and the police decided their judges even though it's all against the law Arizona law states clearly you're to be given written notice. At the time of my deepest crisis I went to them in an emergency request for my life from a man that is trying to kill me. They didn't feel the need to hear what I had to say and because I got louder and louder because they were acting like they weren't hearing me then I disrespected them by getting louder it's funny had they allowed me to say what I had to say they would have understand the emergency in my need. I was told that they don't just throw people in the streets that's a downright lie. False promises on a Friday and nothing opens till Monday they were supposed to get me a hotel for the weekend so I can make it till Monday well now they're going to show me and I'm in the streets in the morning God forgive them for they know what they do
Review from Guidestar
From the moment I made my first phone call asking for help the staff at Mt Graham Safe House was compassionate, caring and made me feel welcome. I knew without a doubt my needs (emotional as well as financial) mattered to everyone that works there. It didn't matter if I needed a shoulder to cry on, an ear to vent my problems/concerns to or a good "you are stronger than this" stern pep talk...they made time for me. I never felt alone or scared of what the future would bring...whatever is was I knew I wouldn't have to face it alone. The financial support I still continue to receive is simply overwhelming. I will never be able to thank them enough for the help I have been given. If you are in a bad situation, there is a way out!! Thank you so much Mt Graham Safe House...you ladies are a step above the rest!!! I love each and every one of you & will be forever greatful.
I work at MGSH-and have been here 10 years. During that time the Safe House has been a refuge for people from all walks of life, all situations, young and old. Domestic violence doesn't have any preference.
Many women have been able to turn their lives around, some not, but only because they were not ready to try.
The community has been wonderful to us and have done so much to help in any way they can.
Without the goodness of all, we would have had a hard time being able to help the people that come to our door. So many clients have said we literally saved their lives. I have had many jobs in my 74 years on earth, but I must say Mt Graham Safe House has been the most full filling. I hope I will be able to keep working here for a few more years. It really is a special place.
Review from Guidestar
When I started this letter I didn’t want it to be just a thank you note, you see the Safe House means much more to me. The many that come to this shelter including myself are broken and afraid. To all, there were open arms and heats. Some go back to the abuse but there's a few that stay. I myself wanted and needed the security they offer. It intrigued me that these strangers wanted to help me. Why? What’s the catch? How is it possible to go forward? With the tools and faith of the staff, I can go forward. I’m sure that I will feel fear, but I also know that with this feeling I also have is the faith and strength right around the corner. You see for me, they have taken this house into a home and the staff is my family. I do humbly thank you for repairing a broken and scared soul in going forth. Thank you with all my heart.
Review from Guidestar