Marie came to The Shelter after officers rescued her from traffickers at an area trailer camp. Neighbors of camp called the police after hearing strange noises in the trailer where Marie was held hostage and was being abused.When she arrived at The Shelter, she was weak, trembling, and very hungry. Staff assessed her needs and provided immediate assistance.
Marie was terrified of the dark and needed therapy to address her fear and anxiety. Access to a shower was like a priceless gift. She was haunted by the smell of the rooms in which she had been sold and desperately wanted to be rid of the smell. The simple act of bathing helped ease her pain and she loved everything that smelled clean and fresh... Read Marie's Full Story
Maria McCormick honored for
20+ years of service
Friends and colleagues gathered to honor long-time Options Manager Maria McCormick with a special plaque near the Butterfly Bench at The Shelter.
VOTE for The Shelter - Best Thrift Store in Naples
Vote for The Shelter Options Shoppe as best thrift store in the Naples Daily News Choice Awards! Now through June 11. www.swflchoiceawards.com
THANK YOU for our many
Community Partnerships!!
The Shelter is grateful for the many gifts of time, goods and financial contributions from individuals, community groups and agencies. Click here to view some of our recent gifts
We treat domestic violence as if it were normal - it's not
If Karen Smith's husband had murdered her at home rather than in her San Bernadino elementary classroom, would it have made national headlines? Read more
