Shelter House

All relationships violence free! Domestic Violence Hotline: 850-863-4777

06/03/2026

💜 You Deserve Clarity. 💜

When you're living in a difficult or unhealthy relationship, it can feel like your thoughts are constantly tangled. You may question yourself, second-guess your decisions, or wonder if what you're experiencing is really happening.

Abuse can create confusion, self-doubt, and emotional exhaustion. Over time, it can become difficult to trust your own instincts.

You deserve clarity. You deserve to feel heard, supported, and confident in your own thoughts and feelings.

If you're struggling, know that you don't have to navigate it alone. There is support, hope, and a path forward.

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05/29/2026

Due to the forecasted weather, we have decided to postpone tomorrow's Scavenger Hunt.

We want everyone to be able to fully enjoy the adventure, the fun, and the excitement—without having to keep an eye on the rain clouds! Rather than take our chances with the weather, we're choosing to wait for a beautiful Florida sunshine-filled day that will make the experience even more memorable.

We will be announcing a new date soon and can't wait to see everyone there for a day of fun, laughter, and community.

Thank you for your understanding and stay tuned for the new date. Sunshine is on the way!

05/24/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 🇺🇸 Their courage and service will never be forgotten.

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day weekend.

Shelter House offices will be closed on Monday in observance of Memorial Day. Our offices will reopen Tuesday morning at 8:00 AM.

If you are in need of immediate assistance, our 24-hour hotline remains available at 850-863-4777

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05/20/2026

👠✨ SAVE THE DATE ✨👠

Something powerful is coming to the Emerald Coast this October…

Shelter House is bringing Walk A Mile in Her Shoes® – Fort Walton Beach to our community. 💜

This unforgettable event will bring people together to raise awareness about domestic violence, support survivors, and take a united stand for hope, safety, and change.

Expect a meaningful event filled with community spirit, fun, powerful moments, and a few unforgettable shoes along the way. 👠👟✨

Whether you walk in heels, sneakers, boots, or flip flops — every step makes a difference.

📅 SAVE THE DATE
🗓 October 3rd, 2026
📍 Fort Walton Beach, Florida

More details, registration, teams, sponsorship opportunities, and exciting announcements are coming soon… and trust us, you won’t want to miss this one. 💜

Walk a Mile in Her Shoes® Fort Walton Beach is a community event modeled after Walk a Mile in Her Shoes®, The International Men’s March to Stop R**e, Sexual Assault & Gender Violence.

05/18/2026

If you are afraid of your partner, that is not normal — and it is not love.
Fear should never be part of a healthy relationship.
You should not feel scared to speak, disagree, make decisions, spend time with others, or simply be yourself.
Abuse is not always physical. Sometimes it looks like intimidation, threats, controlling behavior, manipulation, constant criticism, or making you feel like you have to “keep the peace” to avoid conflict.
You deserve a relationship built on trust, respect, safety, and support.
If this feels familiar, please know: you are not alone, and there are people ready to help. ❤️

05/14/2026

Sometimes the biggest sign isn’t what a relationship looks like from the outside… it’s how it makes you feel on the inside.

Do you feel safe?
Respected?
Supported?
Free to be yourself?

Or do you feel anxious, controlled, isolated, afraid to say the wrong thing, or like you’re constantly walking on eggshells?

Healthy relationships should bring peace, not fear. Love should never hurt, control, or silence you.

If your relationship is affecting your confidence, mental health, or sense of safety, you are not alone — and help is available. ❤️

05/12/2026

It’s here! Monthly Giving Week is May 11–15 💜

There’s never been a better time to make a lasting impact. When you join our Friends of Shelter House monthly giving program during this special week, your generosity goes even further.

✨ For every new monthly donor, our partner will provide a one-time match—doubling the power of your commitment to survivors of domestic violence.

Monthly giving provides steady, reliable support that helps ensure safe shelter, advocacy, and life-changing services are always available when they’re needed most.

💜 Join today. Change a life every month.

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day 💐

Today, we honor the strength, resilience, and love of mothers everywhere—especially the incredible women who continue to show up for their children even in the most difficult circumstances.

At Shelter House, we are inspired every day by the courage of mothers who are rebuilding their lives, creating safe spaces, and choosing hope for themselves and their families. Motherhood is not defined by perfection—it’s defined by love, sacrifice, and the unwavering commitment to protect and nurture.

To every mother, grandmother, caregiver, and mother figure—today we celebrate you. You are seen. You are valued. You are strong beyond measure.

💜 If you’re looking for a way to honor a mother in your life, consider making a donation or supporting a local organization helping families find safety and healing.

05/08/2026

🎉 It’s Almost Here—Monthly Giving Week! 💜

Mark your calendars for May 11–15 and get ready to make your impact go even further!

When you join our “Friends of Shelter House” monthly giving program during this special week, every new recurring gift will be MATCHED with a one-time donation from our amazing partner! 🙌

That means your generosity goes twice as far in supporting survivors on their journey to safety, healing, and hope.

💫 Double the impact. Double the hope. Double the difference.

Join us and become a Friend of Shelter House today!

Address

16 Ferry Road SE
Fort Walton Beach, FL
32548

Telephone

+18502431201

Website

http://www.shelterhousenwfl.org/give-help/donate/

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