- EMERGENCY SHELTER FOR GIRLS AGES 13–17
A Safe Place. A Fresh Start. A Future Filled with Possibility
HER S.P.A.C.E. provides short-term emergency shelter, compassionate care, and individualized support for girls who need safety, stability, and a pathway forward.
- SAFE. SEEN. SUPPORTED.
More Than Shelter—A Place to Heal, Grow, and Begin Again.
Every girl deserves to feel protected, valued, and hopeful. HER S.P.A.C.E. creates a structured, nurturing environment where girls can receive support, strengthen life skills, continue their education, and prepare for a stable transition.
Girls Ages
13–17
Short-Term
Emergency Shelter
24/7
Support
DCFS &
Community Referrals
What Girls Receive
Safe Shelter
A safe, clean, and nurturing place to stay.
Individualized Support
Personalized guidance to meet each girl's unique needs.
Education Continuity
Support to stay engaged in school and academic goals.ing place to stay.
Counseling & Wellness
Access to mental health support and holistic wellness resources.
Life Skills
Practical skills for independence and confidence.
Transition Planning
Planning and connections for a stable, successful next chapter.
Care That Sees the Whole Girl
Safety
A secure, supervised, and nurturing environment.
Stability
Consistent routines, compassionate care, and dependable support.
Growth
Education, life skills, wellness, and personal development.
Future
Planning and connections that support the next chapter.
Need Help or Want to Make a Referral?
For Families & Community Partners
Contact our team to learn about eligibility, availability, and next steps.
For Agency Referrals
We welcome coordinated referrals from DCFS and approved.
Need Help or Want to Make a Referral?
For Families & Community Partners
Contact our team to learn about eligibility, availability, and next steps.
For Agency Referrals
We welcome coordinated referrals from DCFS and approved.
A Program of Brown Beauties Initiative
Every girl deserves to feel protected, valued, and hopeful. HER S.P.A.C.E. creates a structured, nurturing environment where girls can receive support, strengthen life skills, continue their education, and prepare for a stable transition.
A Program of Brown Beauties Initiative
Every girl deserves to feel protected, valued, and hopeful. HER S.P.A.C.E. creates a structured, nurturing environment where girls can receive support, strengthen life skills, continue their education, and prepare for a stable transition.
Help Create a Safe Space for Her.
Your support helps provide safe shelter, compassionate care, and brighter tomorrows for girls.
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