STEPS TO HOPE INC

We provide emergency temporary safe shelter to those seeking refuge from domestic violence and/or sexual assault. OUR SERVICES • Adolescent Skill-building Karate Program (ASK) - character building for adolescent girls and boys. • Annual Assistance Programs – such as Adopt-a-Family and on going case management. • Basic Need Resources - such as food, clothing and hygiene. • Case Management – ongoing guidance through resources and referrals. • Community Outreach – working with schools, organizations and civic groups to educate and bring awareness to domestic violence and sexual assault. • Confidentiality - all services are guaranteed confidential. • Court Advocacy – trained volunteers accompany and support clients through the judicial process. • Crisis Intervention - immediate emergency assistance to identify, assess and intervene to lessen the impact of the crisis. • Domestic Violence Intervention Program (DVIP) – 26-week program facilitated by a trained professional. • Public Awareness – providing informational programs when requested by the public. • Referrals – hospital: staff will transport and assist; court: free legal aid may be provided through Pisgah Legal Services; counseling: for individual counseling services. • Resource Library – we have resources available such as videos, pamphlets, books and brochures. • Supportive Services – directional guidance for medical, job and judiciary processes. • Shelter – emergency safe shelter for victims of domestic violence and/or sexual assault. • Women’s Self Defense Classes – facilitated by a trained professional.