Emergency Shelter at Hope Harbor
A Safe Place to Sleep, Heal, and Start Over.
When home is no longer safe, Hope Harbor is here. Free emergency shelter, immediate safety, and comprehensive support for you and your family.
Need Safe Shelter Tonight? Call (757) 787-1329
What to Expect at Hope Harbor
Immediate Safety & Security
Your safety is our top priority. Hope Harbor is a secure, confidential environment where you can rest without fear. We maintain strict security protocols to keep you and your children safe while you are in our care.
Everything You Need—At Zero Cost
You don’t need to worry about money or supplies. We provide secure sleeping accommodations, emergency clothing, hygiene products, and basic essentials for you and your family.
A Dedicated Team in Your Corner
Shelter isn’t just a bed for the night; it’s a bridge to your new life. While staying at Hope Harbor, you’ll work one-on-one with a dedicated advocate to secure permanent, safe housing, legal protection, employment support, and local resources.
Total Inclusivity & Respect
Safety has no prerequisites. Hope Harbor welcomes survivors of all genders—women, men, non-binary individuals—and their children. Regardless of your race, background, sexual orientation, or income, our doors are open to you.
Looking Toward the Future
More Than Emergency Shelter: Rebuilding Long-Term
Emergency shelter is the first step, but safe, permanent housing is the ultimate goal. Hope Harbor is growing to meet that need. Beyond our immediate emergency shelter beds, our campus is actively developing workforce and affordable housing units.
Our goal isn’t just to give you temporary relief—it’s to help you build a stable, secure, independent life right here on the Eastern Shore.
FAQ / Common Questions
Yes. We prioritize the safety of your entire family and provide dedicated children’s advocacy and support during your stay.
Emergency shelter and all associated services are 100% free.
You don’t have to stay at Hope Harbor to receive our support.
ESCADV provides many services beyond emergency shelter, including supportive counseling, hospital accompaniment, crisis intervention, safety planning, case management, information and referrals, transportation assistance and financial assistance.
Call our hotline anytime to talk through your options.
References are not part of the intake process for survivors of domestic and sexual assault.
The intake process involves completing paperwork that includes basic information about the individual and any family members who will be in shelter with them, information on ESCADV’s policies, exchange of information forms as necessary and completion of the coordinated housing assessment if shelter services/housing is necessary.
Yes, Hope Harbor’s emergency shelter is pet friendly!
Yes, ESCADV serves all survivors of domestic and sexual violence. Services are provided to men, women and children.
You don’t have to stay in danger. We have a safe space for you.
Call our 24/7 helpline right now at (757) 787-1329. We will help you get here safely.