W.I.N.G.S.

W.I.N.G.S. is a program designed to assist victims of domestic violence. It provides emergency shelter for women and their children as they advance towards independence. By providing apartment accommodations, W.I.N.G.S. seeks to create a secure, friendly and nurturing environment in which residents are encouraged to draw upon each other and staff for support.

W.I.N.G.S. offers support services designed to assist victims of domestic violence to reach wholeness and live quality lives. The children of these victims receive special attention to cope and adjust to life after the traumatic experience of living in a violent home situation. Assistance will be provided in the areas of job stability, financial management, and use of community resources. The overall goals are to enhance dignity and self-esteem and to achieve stable independence and freedom from an abusive relationship.