Safe Nest

 Las Vegas     Nevada

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To be the leading advocate in promoting the eradication of domestic violence by providing confidential assistance including shelter, food, clothing, counseling, education and other services to individuals experiencing domestic violence, while maintaining the highest respect and dignity for our clients.

Safe Nest Volunteer Information

Protection Order Assistants are stationed at Family Court and assist clients with filing protection order applications, provide information regarding court-related procedures and help with safety planning. Protection order assistants are asked to commit to four hours of volunteer service per week.

Shelter Advocates provide direct support and assistance to hotline callers, shelter residents and/or their children. Duties may include answering crisis calls, providing information on safety planning, screening callers for shelter and making appropriate referrals. Advocates may also take applications for emergency protection orders over the phone and may assist in the daily upkeep of the shelter through special projects ranging from sorting donations to assisting residents with transportation to necessary appointments to minor clerical work. Shelter advocates are asked to commit to a minimum of four hours per week.

Children's Program volunteers are needed for a variety of short and long-term programs, including: Assisting in the playroom, helping with story time and providing arts and crafts instruction. Children's program volunteers also assist with special projects, homework and social-skill building. Most importantly, volunteers give love, support and attention to the children.

Special Projects and Outreach Events volunteers make it possible for Safe Nest to participate in many community events and fundraisers. Volunteers are also needed to staff information and event booths to distribute information about Safe Nest.

Administrative, Construction, Maintenance and Miscellaneous Support services are essential components to supporting Safe Nest's work. Whether you are interested in clerical work, construction and upkeep, or have a specialized skill to offer, there is a place for you. Please contact us to discuss your talents and interests.

Court Support volunteers are a valuable asset to victims of abuse. By learning about the legal system and how it affects victims of domestic violence, volunteer specialists help victims navigate the legal system and accompanying them to court.

Safe Nest Donation Information

Safe Nest relies on the generosity of people like you to make a difference in the lives of the women and children experiencing domestic violence. As an organization, Safe Nest also takes steps to ensure that no one is turned away from our services due to an inability to pay. Your gift makes it possible to sustain Safe Nest's mission to enable these families to heal and reclaim their lives.

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Credit Card, Online, Real Estate, Vehicle, Bequest Legacy, Pledges