SafeHouse of Shelby County

SafeHouse of Shelby County SafeHouse is a domestic violence and sexual assault crisis center that provides emergency shelter and

Domestic violence is not a rare occurrence. It is a widespread public health crisis impacting individuals across every c...
06/09/2026

Domestic violence is not a rare occurrence. It is a widespread public health crisis impacting individuals across every community, workplace, and neighborhood. 📉🔍

According to the National Domestic Violence Hotline, intimate partner violence alone affects more than 12 million people every single year. Behind that statistic are millions of individuals navigating trauma, isolation, and fear in spaces that should be safe.
Awareness is the foundation of change. By understanding the sheer scale of domestic violence, we can better understand the critical need for robust community infrastructure, comprehensive support systems, and trauma-informed care.🤝

No one should have to face this reality alone. SafeHouse is dedicated to providing survivors with the resources, emergency shelter, and professional guidance needed to rebuild their lives in safety and peace.
If you or someone you know needs support, our confidential resources are available around the clock.
📞 24-Hour Crisis Line: (205) 669-7233

Come say hello to SafeHouse at the Alabaster City Fest!
06/06/2026

Come say hello to SafeHouse at the Alabaster City Fest!

SafeHouse Executive Director Janelle Sierra was honored to join advocates from across the country in Washington, D.C., ...
06/05/2026

SafeHouse Executive Director Janelle Sierra was honored to join advocates from across the country in Washington, D.C., for the The National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV) and National Alliance to End Sexual Violence (NAESV) Advocacy Days on June 2–3.

Alongside fellow leaders from Alabama's domestic violence programs and the Alabama Coalition against Domestic Violence (ACADV), Janelle met with members of Congress to discuss the importance of federal funding for survivor services.

This year's conversations were especially timely, as advocates called for the immediate release of delayed funding opportunities and appropriated funds that sustain programs like SafeHouse. Delays can have real impacts on services and support available to survivors across our communities.

Janelle was joined by Derek Osborn (Turning Point Alabama), Jessica Atchley (The Willow Path), Krychelle Smith (2nd Chance, Inc.), Latasha Simms (ACADV), and Erica Sanders (ACADV).

True healing doesn't happen in isolation. 🕯️✨When our clients look back on their time with us, their feedback highlights...
06/05/2026

True healing doesn't happen in isolation. 🕯️✨
When our clients look back on their time with us, their feedback highlights the profound impact of connection and professional care.

Providing emergency shelter is about more than just offering a safe place to sleep; it’s about establishing the social and emotional infrastructure survivors need to rebuild their lives. Through dedicated counseling and shared group experiences, individuals find a network of peers and professionals who truly understand their journey.
Thank you to our licensed clinical team and to everyone in our community who helps keep these life-saving, transformative resources available 24/7. 👐🌟

Did you know? 🏘️🛡️SafeHouse provides 24-hour emergency shelter for individuals and their dependent family members who ar...
06/04/2026

Did you know? 🏘️🛡️

SafeHouse provides 24-hour emergency shelter for individuals and their dependent family members who are fleeing domestic and/or sexual violence.
Safety is the first and most critical step in the healing journey. Our emergency shelter is essential community infrastructure that provides a secure environment where survivors can begin rebuilding their lives with dignity and peace.
Because everyone deserves a life free from fear.

If you or someone you know is in need of immediate safety, our confidential crisis line is available around the clock. 👐
📞 24-Hour Crisis Line: (205) 669-7233

For survivors of domestic and sexual violence, knowing exactly where to turn in a moment of crisis can change everything...
06/04/2026

For survivors of domestic and sexual violence, knowing exactly where to turn in a moment of crisis can change everything. At SafeHouse, our goal is to ensure that no individual has to navigate the complexities of trauma or safety planning in isolation. 💜🕊️
Our advocates are available around the clock to provide confidential crisis intervention, emergency shelter placement, and guidance toward long-term stabilization.

If you or someone you know needs support, help is just a phone call away. Save this contact information or share it with someone who might need it:
📞 24-Hour Confidential Crisis Line: (205) 669-7233

We’re excited to be in Washington, DC, this week, joining The National Network to End Domestic Violence and National All...
06/02/2026

We’re excited to be in Washington, DC, this week, joining The National Network to End Domestic Violence and National Alliance to End Sexual Violence for Advocacy Days to amplify the voices of sexual assault and domestic violence survivors on Capitol Hill.

What an honor to represent SafeHouse and be part of this interdisciplinary learning opportunity and experience! What a g...
06/02/2026

What an honor to represent SafeHouse and be part of this interdisciplinary learning opportunity and experience! What a great day!

The impact of trauma extends far beyond the immediate crisis, frequently influencing long-term public health and workfor...
05/29/2026

The impact of trauma extends far beyond the immediate crisis, frequently influencing long-term public health and workforce stability.
When an individual experiences domestic or sexual violence, the neurological and psychological aftermath can manifest as complex health challenges.
According to Mental Health America, survivors are at an increased risk of developing these five conditions:
Depression: A mental health condition causing persistent feelings of sadness, emptiness, and a loss of pleasure in daily activities.
PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder): An anxiety disorder that can develop following the experience or witnessing of a traumatic event.
Substance Use Disorders: Complex conditions influenced by a combination of hereditary, environmental, and social factors.
Eating Disorders: Conditions such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and OSFED.
Anxiety: Illnesses that cause individuals to feel frightened, distressed, and uneasy without an apparent external trigger.
Addressing these challenges requires a trauma-informed approach across our community infrastructure.

You don’t have to walk the path to recovery in isolation. Finding a community of people who truly understand your experi...
05/27/2026

You don’t have to walk the path to recovery in isolation. Finding a community of people who truly understand your experience can be a powerful turning point in your healing journey. 🕯️✨

SafeHouse is hosting our next Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Support Group TOMORROW. This is a safe, confidential, and compassionate space designed to help you share, heal, and rebuild alongside others who share a similar path. 🛡️🤝
🗓️ Date: Thursday, May 28th
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Location: SafeHouse of Shelby County (2060 County Road 33, Pelham, AL 35124)
👥 Led by: Licensed Professional Counselors

📩 To reserve your spot, please RSVP to: [email protected]
As always, food and drinks will be provided. Childcare is available upon request (if needed, please include this in your RSVP).

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2060 CR-33
Pelham, AL
35124

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