05/28/2026
The Crisis Nursery received a call from an overwhelmed mother experiencing domestic violence who needed immediate, safe care for her two young daughters while she took the important step of obtaining an Order of Protection.
During the intake process, she shared more about her situation. Just three weeks away from completing her education, she had suddenly lost her childcare support. She also relied entirely on public transportation to get where she needed to go.
Not only was the Crisis Nursery able to provide care for her children that day, but staff also worked alongside her to coordinate continued support so she could finish school. Thanks to donations made through our annual Giving Tree program, bus passes were provided to help remove one more barrier during an already difficult time.
When she returned to pick up her daughters, the relief and gratitude on her face spoke volumes. In a follow-up survey, she shared that the support she received greatly reduced her stress and helped her feel more capable of caring for her children.
Stories like this are a powerful reminder of why the Crisis Nursery exists — to provide safety, stability, compassion, and hope for families during some of their most challenging moments.
