Shelter from the Storm of Union County

Since 1979, Shelter from the Storm has been a trusted refuge and source of strength for survivors in Union County. As a nonprofit organization, we are committed to providing safety, advocacy, and support to those impacted by domestic violence, sexual violence, stalking, and other forms of abuse.

Our vision is to foster a community-driven movement where safety, empowerment, and healing are available to everyone—until all are free from violence and the fear of violence.

We maintain a 24/7 crisis and support line, ensuring that survivors can reach out anytime, day or night. Our trained advocates walk alongside survivors with care and compassion—offering emotional support, peer counseling, guidance through legal or medical systems, and connections to local resources. Whether the harm is recent or from long ago, we are here to listen, believe, and support.

Beyond individual advocacy, we are committed to engaging our community through education, prevention, and partnership. Together with local organizations and leaders, we work to stop violence before it starts and create a safer, more just Union County for all.

Everything we do is rooted in an empowerment-based, survivor-centered approach. We believe in honoring each survivor’s voice and autonomy. Our work is not only about responding to violence, but also dismantling the systems of oppression that allow it to persist.

You are not alone. You deserve safety, dignity, and the chance to heal. Let us walk with you toward hope and wholeness.