Elizabeth House

Mission:
To provide shelter and family-focused support to homeless pregnant women and their children through a comprehensive program that addresses the physical, emotional, spiritual, and economic needs of women and children in a nurturing atmosphere.

Since opening in July 1994, Elizabeth House has provided assistance to 215 women and 313 infants and children.  Currently, four women, two babies and two children are residing in Elizabeth House. The women we have had in residence in the past range in age from 18 to 42, with the average age being 24.

Program:
Each resident must be involved in a minimum of 35 hours per week of employment, volunteer work or school.  Each resident must participate in individual and group therapy on site each week. An average of 15 different classes, taught by volunteers who are skilled and professional in their areas of expertise, are held on site monthly.  These classes are required of each resident. 

Some of these classes are:  Childbirth & Infant care, parenting and discipline skills, breastfeeding, health Education, financial management, career development, job skills & job search training, nutrition & exercise, cooking, adoption options, bible study. 

Volunteer Opportunities:
Our volunteer team consists of over 100 dedicated individuals who provide a broad variety of services to our residents each month.  Men and women who have a heart for this ministry are needed on an ongoing basis.

Some of these volunteer opportunities are: teachers, property repairs, fund raising, craft teachers, staff relief, child care workers, weekend recreation, party/shower planners, clothing “sorters," graphic design, office help, transportation, and group discussion leaders.

Website: www.elizabethhouse.net

For More information or to volunteer: (626) 463 3343 or e-mail