When violence happens in our lives, it can leave us without a safe place to stay. Many people fleeing abuse need somewhere they can regroup, figure out next steps, and find more permanent housing options. Staying in your own home or with friends and family are not always viable options.
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SafePlace operates a residence, sometimes referred to as the "shelter", where survivors fleeing intimate partner violence can recover and find respite for a short time. Our house has 10 bedrooms and a total of 28 beds serving high risk adults and their children.
Because the most dangerous time for a survivor is right after they have left their abusive relationship, SafePlace strives to keep our house location confidential. We prioritize those in highest need by evaluating their safety and housing options.
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To learn about SafePlace shelter vacancy, call the SafePlace 24-Hour HelpLine: 360-754-6300 (TTY 711) anytime, day or night, and talk to an advocate about your options.

Residents can expect:
  • Full use of the facilities including kitchen, laundry and other living spaces
  • A bedroom with adjoining bathroom
  • Clean bedding and pillows
  • Food shopping provision and input on groceries
  • Basic toiletry provisions
  • Elevator
  • 1 computer with internet access
  • Close proximity to bus lines 
  • Advocacy and crisis intervention 24 hours a day
  • Weekly house meeting
  • Childcare during meetings
  • Child advocacy and safety planning

​Residents can also expect that SafePlace strives to provide a clean, violence-free, substance-free environment and asks all residents to help ensure we can maintain it.
Survivors in need of these residential services should call our HelpLine for availability.