Description

Saint Martha's serves those impacted by domestic violence by providing confidential shelter and support and resources through their drop-in center program.

Services offered: ·Emergency Shelter (up to 12 weeks) ·Crisis intervention & support services, follow-up ·Individual & group therapy, support groups ·Food, clothing ·Emergency Medical care ·Support groups, parenting groups ·Legal/court advocacy ·Remote access to apply for orders of protection ·Safety planning ·Referrals to community agencies (housing assistance, shelter, legal, etc.) ·Information and support for family & friends ·Domestic Violence Training ·Life Coaching ·Safe at Home Structured program for children ·Pet Protection ·Emergency transportation ·Housing advocacy

Info on Drop-In Center: Advocates will be available during the Drop-In hours to provide immediate services and support to anyone impacted by domestic violence, seeking resources and information, or questioning unhealthy aspects of their relationships.

Contact Information

Drop-In Center

4733 Mattis Road

St. Louis, Missouri 63128

Drop-In Center

P.O. Box 4950

St. Louis, Missouri 63108

Mailing Address

Regular Hours
    Shelter - 24/7; Drop in center 10am-4pm M-F

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Detailed Resource Information

Populations Prioritized

Restrictions/Eligibility Criteria Present

    Restrictions/Eligibility Criteria Present

Restrictions/Eligibility Criteria

    Allows transgender women to stay in their shelter (despite being connected to the Catholic Church) – call and double check. Drop-in center open to all impacted by domestic violence, including trans and nonbinary folks.

Age

    Adults (19-64)
    Youth (13-18)

Gender

    Cisgender Women
    Transgender Women

Victim Survivor Of Relationship Sexual Violence

    Yes
Locations Served

Geographically Bound

    Yes

Locations Served Notes

    St. Louis region; however not restricted by residency
Identity Affirming Vetting Policies

Sexual Orientation Affirming Policies

    Staff is Trained in LGBTQIA+ Issues

Sexual Orientation Affirming Policies Notes

    Under umbrella of Archdiocese of St. Louis

Gender Identity Affirming Policies

    Does Not Currently Have Trans-Affirming Policies

Immigrant Affirming Policies

    Has Confidentiality Policies around Citizenship & Immigration Status
    Works With Undocumented Immigrants Without Involving Institutional Authorities
    Staff is Trained in Immigration Issues

Blackbipoc Affirming Policies

    Has Anti-Discrimination Policies around Race & Ethnicity
    Has Anti-Harassment Policies around Race & Ethnicity
    Staff is Trained in Race & Ethnicity Issues
    Hiring Policies Promote Racial & Ethnic Diversity Among Staff
Other Accessibility Factors

Covidguidelines Proof Of Vaccination

    Does not require proof of vaccination and/or negative COVID test

Covid Guidelines Social Distancing

    No social distancing policy

Covid Guidelines Notes

    Masking required only if showing symptoms

Ways To Access Resource

    Transportation to Physical Location Not Required

Cost

    Free

Payment Or Insurance Accepted

    No insurance or other funding accepted

Language Interpretation Offered

    Spanish
    American Sign Language (ASL)
    Arabic
    Bosnian/Serbian/Croatian
    Cantonese
    English
    Hindi
    Mandarin/Chinese
    Vietnamese

Language Interpretation Offered Notes

    Deaf friendly

Language Translation Offered

    Spanish

Language Translation Offered Notes

    Complies with all requirements to provide language access services for victims.

Documentation Required

    No documentation or IDs required

Confidentiality

    Privileged (Attorneys, Mediators, Domestic Violence Shelters, etc.)

Relationship With Carceral Systems Notes

    We Sometimes Work with the Police, Courts, and other Criminal Legal Systems

Accessible To Wheelchairs Mobility Devices

    Elevator(s) available
    Ramp(s) available

Bathrooms

    Bathrooms not available

Caretaker Accommodations

    Breastfeeding spaces available

Other Conditions For Accessing Service

    Requires minors to be accompanied by adult(s)

Availability

    Walk-In Appointments Available

Availability Notes

    Shelter - full most of the time, must call for availability. Drop-in program walk-ins welcome during walk-in hours
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St. Louis, MO 63110
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