Volunteers Needed for Shelter Kitchen and Pantry

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About The Bridge Over Troubled Waters

Location:

3811 Allen Genoa Rd, PASADENA, TX 77504, US

Mission Statement

The mission of The Bridge is to offer support, provide safety, and prevent domestic and sexual violence.

Description

The Bridge assists those affected by domestic and sexual violence, and/or homelessness in southeast Harris County, Texas. The agency offers a comprehensive spectrum of services-addressing physical, mental and emotional needs while always honoring ... the clients’ choices. They include: 100-bed shelter; 24-hour crisis and referral hotline; 24-hour advocacy and accompaniment to hospitals, schools, police stations, courts, and other agencies; 41 units of permanent housing for women with disabilities and children in their care; eight units of transitional housing for single women; extensive non-resident services; on-site children’s services including childcare and advocacy including skill development, parent/child assessments, support/education groups, wellness exams, school transportation and other supportive services at the emergency shelter and the permanent housing program; case management including assessment, safety planning, counseling, support groups and community referrals; and community outreach and prevention/education including training to professionals in medical criminal justice and social service fields, students and the community. All agency services are offered in English and Spanish.