The Women's Shelter

Shelter and Hope for Women & Children

A Message from Our Director

"Welcome. If you are reading this, please know that you are seen, you are loved, and you are not alone. Our doors are open to provide you with a safe place to rest and a community that cares for your heart. We are here to walk alongside you, offering grace and support every step of the way. We look forward to meeting you."

— Betsy Baer, Women’s Director

Our Doors are Open 365 Days a Year

We are proud to host the only year-round emergency overnight shelter specifically for women and young children in the Chattanooga area.

Who we serve: Women, daughters of any age, and sons (ages 5 and under).
Check-in: 5:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Check-out: 5:50 a.m. the following morning.

What to Expect During Your Stay

We believe in restoring dignity through compassionate care. Every guest is provided with:

A Safe Haven: A clean, orderly environment maintained daily by our dedicated team.
Essential Care: A warm bed with fresh linens, hot showers, and personal hygiene items (shampoo, deodorant, feminine products, pajamas, and underwear).
Nourishment: A plentiful, healthful supper served every evening and a full breakfast on Sunday mornings, prepared by our ServSafe-certified staff.
Personal Support: Trained, competent staff available to provide medication assistance and compassionate guidance.

A Beautiful Place to Heal

Beyond the basics, we strive to make our campus a place of peace and inspiration:

Peaceful Surroundings: Enjoy an attractive, well-maintained campus setting inside and out.
Spiritual Growth: Our chapel services feature speakers who share the Word of God with clarity, compassion, and truth.
Special Touches: Thanks to our generous donors, guests often receive special gifts during holidays and random occasions designed specifically to brighten a woman’s day.

Bright living room with modern inventory

Stories of Hope

"Tell everyone at the Mission that I love them. Thank you so much for all you have done for me. I couldn’t have made it without you."

"I appreciate your prayers and concerns and love y’all so much."

"I'm doing good thanks to ya'll. I've not been drinking since I've talked to you. Thank you for this place."

Our team

"Our night managers are chosen not just for their competence, but for their hearts. They are the light in the hallway at 2:00 a.m., offering a listening ear and a safe place for our guests to finally rest." — Betsy Baer, Women’s Director