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- EIN 26-4388243
- 859-254-0041
- 342 Waller Avenue Lexington KY 40504 USA
- www.refugeforwomen.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Homeless & Housing, Housing Rehabilitation, Human Services, Victims Services
Mission: PROVIDE A RESIDENTIAL HEALING EXPERIENCE FOR WOMEN TO PURSUE THEIR DREAMS Refuge for Women is a non-profit, faith based organization providing specialized long-term care for women who have escaped human trafficking or sexual exploitation. With multiple locations across the U.S., Refuge for Women offers up to twelve months of safe housing, at no charge to the resident, with around the clock care as clients progress through evidence-based, trauma-informed programming. The compassionate staff is trained to help residents work through the program to reclaim their identities and reach their goals to overcome addictions, heal from trauma and develop life skills leading to healthy, balanced living and financial independence. Refuge for Women strives to help each woman complete the program with a vision for her future, equipped to succeed and sustain a life marked with dignity and hope.
Results: 212 women served in our residential program 6,482 nights of safe, supportive housing 70% of graduates have not returned to the sex industry 416 hours of counseling and therapy 247 medical appointments
Target demographics: Women who have been trafficked or sexually exploited in long term recovery.
Direct beneficiaries per year: 59 women
Geographic areas served: Central Kentucky, Chicago, Las Vegas, North Texas, Ohio Valley, SoCal, Texas Gulf Coast
Programs: Emergency Housing, Long Term Residential Care and Transitional Living
