Emergency Shelter

CONTACT INFO

24/7 Hotline

253-383-2593

crisis@ywcapiercecounty.org

HOURS/LOCATION

Emergency Shelter is open 24/7.

Location is confidential. Call for more information.

LEADERSHIP

Shelter & Housing Program Manager: Washawna Fletcher ext. 256

About the Emergency Shelter

YWCA Pierce County provides safe and confidential emergency shelter for survivors of intimate partner domestic violence and their children. Our shelter program includes up to 90 days of housing in apartment-style living spaces, staff on site to offer comprehensive support services, and is one of the only shelters in the area to allow pets.

Additional Resources

Korean Women's Association (KWA) 253-359-0470
Tacoma Rescue Mission 253-383-4493
Nativity House Overnight Shelter 253-502-2780
Next Chapter Emergency Family Shelter 253-475-5516
GMAC (Give Me A Chance) 253-754-1079
Family Renewal Shelter 253-475-9010

Open Hearth Ministries 253-307-2274
New Pheobe House 253-383-7710
New Beginnings 253-353-2229
New Connections 253-617-1405
LIHI Tiny House Village 206-496-2749
Guadalupe House 740-954-0779

Emergency Shelter FAQ

Is the shelter safe? Yes, the shelter is safe and confidential with cameras all around the building and a crisis line.
Are kids allowed in the shelter? Yes! Kids are welcome.
Can I stay in the shelter if I don’t have kids? Yes, individuals can stay in the shelter without kids
Is the shelter one big communal area? No, each client/family has their own individual, beautiful apartment-style unit where they can heal in privacy with their own kitchens and bathrooms.
Can I bring my pet(s) to the shelter? Yes! Pets are welcome in the shelter. The YWCA shelter is one of the only shelters in the area that allows pets and offers comprehensive support for pets, including food, veterinarian care, grooming, and pet deposits for families moving into new homes. Between 25% and 45% of domestic violence victims don’t leave their abusers out of fear for their pets' lives (American Humane Association).
How do I get into the shelter? Call our crisis line 253-383-2593 and speak to one of our advocates about a phone screening.

How long can I stay in the shelter? Our shelter program is up to 90 days.
How many people can the shelter accommodate? Our shelter is located in a converted apartment building with 22 units. We do not double up families, so the maximum capacity is 75 adults and children. The number of residents varies depending on family sizes.
What if there is no room in the shelter? Check our “Additional Resources” section for other shelters in the area or speak to one of our advocates for more information.