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Hope starts here
For more than 45 years, we have protected thousands of survivors of intimate partner violence across Charleston, Dorchester, and Berkeley Counties. We offer more than shelter — we provide crisis care, real support, and a path forward. We work tirelessly to give more survivors a chance at life.
750+
Lowcountry residents provided shelter since 2020
Our core programs
Victim Services
Immediate, compassionate support when it’s needed most. Our Crisis Care helps survivors find safety, resources, and clarity during times of crisis. Victim Services include:
Emergency shelter / A safe haven offering housing, food, and personalized care.
Legal advocacy / Support navigating the legal system—before, during, and after court.
Crisis line / Immediate, confidential guidance from trained advocates.
Clinical Services
Through individual counseling and support groups, our trauma-informed clinicians support survivors with tools to aid in reclaiming their voice, dignity, and self-love. Clinical Services include:
Individual therapy / One-on-one support from a trauma-informed clinical therapist.
Support groups / Virtual small groups led by a trauma-informed clinical therapist.
Our leadership team
Tosha R. Connors, MPA
CEO
Minerva Labrador
Director of Victim Services
Mary Elizabeth Garner
Director of Operations
Lisa Glavin
Director of Clinical Services
Karen Hauck
Interim Director of Development
Contact
Media Inquiries
General Inquiries
​P.O. Box 71171,
North Charleston, SC 29415
This email inbox is NOT for those seeking immediate support or services. If you are in need of domestic violence survivor services, call our 24/7 support line at (800)273-4673.
In the news
$8.3 million awarded to Lowcountry victims’ services groups
ABC 4 News
Dozens gathered at North Charleston city hall on Wednesday to announce new federal and state funding to help support victims of abuse or crimes. LINK
Our board
Latasha Gandy
Board Chair
Bank of America Private Bank
Kelly Bowen
Secretary
Summerville Medical Center
Ellie Tiller
Member
E. Tiller Advisors
Jamie Lynch
Vice Chair
ES Integrated
Renee Rivlin
Immediate Past Chair
R&R Realty
Avis Arnette Umstead
Member
TD Bank Group
Cindy Brams
Treasurer
Elliott Davis
Brian Itzkowitz
Member
Palmetto Goodwill