Our Program
Dawn’s Place is more than just a place to stay. We offer a holistic program to help women recovering from the effects of trafficking and CSE.
Dawn's Place provides trafficking survivors a place to heal, grow and reclaim their life.
Since 2009, Dawn’s Place has been at the forefront of providing direct services to women recovering from the trauma of sex trafficking and exploitation. Our year-long, residential program combines intensive therapy with a program providing adult survivors the opportunity to learn how to become self-supporting and live independently.
We offer:
• a residential, therapeutic program with staff on site 24-7.
• a personalized recovery plan that includes on-site therapy and access to off-site programs.
• a chance to learn and relearn life and social skills.
• access to a staff case manager as well as pro bono legal aid.
• transitional housing and aftercare services with support to gain permanent housing.
Welcoming Environment
Each resident has a private bedroom and access to shared living spaces.
Caring Staff
Residents have access to both on-site counselors and peer mentors, as well as offsite programs.
Secure Surroundings
Our home has an alarm system and is staffed round the clock for safety.
Life at Dawn's Place
Dawn’s Place is a welcoming home with large, shared living spaces and a beautiful, quiet, shaded garden. Our year-long, residential program includes five phases to help survivors on the road toward living independently. They are guided and supported at each step by our caring, trained staff, which includes two peer survivors.
Weekdays are structured and include:
• Group and individual therapy with our staff therapist.
• Out-patient programs with a provider that fits a client’s individualized care plan.
• Group meals and shared activities.
• Free time and opportunities for group outings.
WHAT MAKES DAWN PLACE DIFFERENT?
We empower survivors to thrive.
Structured Program
More than a temporary shelter, we provide housing and services combined with a multi-stage program designed to foster independent living.
Specialized Therapy
Dawn's Place offers access to specialized sexual trauma recovery therapy in individual and group settings as well as theraputic activities like music and movement therapies.
Continuum of Care
Graduates needing additional time may qualify for extended housing services in our after-care home, Teresita House.
Recovery Phases
Dawn’s Place includes a structured program for recovery from the trauma caused by trafficking and exploitation. Five unique phases are geared toward teaching skills to foster independent living.
Phase One: Decompress
During the first 30 days, new residents get to know Dawn’s Place and begin their recovery journey. They work with case management staff to develop personalized recovery and safety plans, as well as getting connected with basic services like health care and financial accounts.
Phase Two: Dawn
During the Dawn Phase residents get a fresh start learning to identify and practice healthy life skills like budgeting and coping behaviors.
Phase Three: Discovery
During this phase, survivors begin to build their own network of support that will continue to aid them in once they graduate.
Phase Four: Developing
During this phase survivors continue developing their plan for living on their own by completing or finishing vocational training, completing their GED or getting a job.
Phase Five: Declaration
As survivors prepare to live on their own, they work to secure housing (assisted by case management and staff), and plan their transition into the wider community.
“I was so grateful coming to Dawn’s Place. I felt like I had more of a family again, that I had support. I hadn’t felt that in a long time.”
Dawn's Place Graduate
For Survivors