Bluebird Transitional Living Cottage welcomes new family
The Shelter is grateful to The Shelter Guild’s Transitional Cottage Committee for their wonderful work decorating Bluebird Cottage for its new family. The mother of two loves red and gold and the committee did a fantastic job incorporating those colors into nearly every room of the home. The family will live in Bluebird Cottage for two years and will be able to take the furnishings with them when they leave.
Since 2008 The Shelter’s Transitional Living (TL) program has provided safe, affordable, and supportive transitional housing for survivors of domestic violence and their children who are facing homelessness. It is the goal of Transitional Living to maintain an empowerment-based, safe and secure living environment for domestic violence survivors.
The Shelter’s Transitional Living program is comprised of seven cottages where residents can live for up to 24 months with an array of supportive services. Prior to entry, adult residents meet with the TL Advocate to create individual service plans. Additionally, a weekly meeting schedule and participation in the weekly life skills group is coordinated. Service plan goals typically include increasing income, decreasing public assistance, and developing skills and abilities which empower the individual to build hope for the future; self sustain, and obtain permanent violence-free housing.
Click Here for more information on the Cottages and how you can get involved or contact Ana Ayerbe – aayerbe@naplesshelter.org, 239-775-3862 ext. 224.
