A Place of Healing – A Voice of Hope.
LYDIA’S HOUSE
LYDIA’S HOUSE
OUR MISSION:
Lydia’s House works in faith to end domestic violence by being a place of healing and a voice of hope for abused women and their children.
Lydia’s House provides a place of healing and a voice of hope for women and children who are victims of domestic violence. Our transitional housing program is offered for up to two years, and serves as a critical link between emergency shelters and safe, independent living. During this period of healing, residents at Lydia’s House are provided advocacy and resources they need to build a life of hope and self-independence.
We are committed to breaking the cycle of abuse. Confidential, safe and pet-friendly housing helps victims of domestic violence transition from crisis to safe and stable living. Lydia’s House is the only standalone transitional housing in eastern Missouri and one of the largest in the country. Our work is inspired by the belief that everyone deserves a safe place to call home.
The Issue:
1 in 4
women will be affected by domestic violence in their lifetime
Every 9 seconds
a woman is assaulted or beaten
Domestic violence
is one of the most under-reported crimes
3 or more
women are murdered by an intimate partner every day
10 million
children witness some form of domestic violence each year
Domestic violence
is the third leading cause of homelessness
How We Make a
Difference:
- Providing safe, confidentially located, fully furnished apartments for up to two years
- Helping residents create and implement long-term goals for a hopeful future
- Empowering women with job skills and employment at Lydia’s Ladle
- Facilitating access to information and referrals to community resources
- Creating awareness about domestic violence
Building a Life of Hope
“I really struggled when I first came to Lydia’s House, but the staff helped me learn from my mistakes instead of making me feel bad about them. My staff advocate helped me to set goals and stay focused, because I wanted a better life for my girls. Although I was finally able to move into my own apartment, I still go to support groups and meet with my advocate. Their support has truly been a blessing in my life. I finally feel safe, and I’m so glad that my girls will know how to love without pain.”
How You Can Help
Support the women of Lydia’s House by purchasing our delicious Chicken Pot Pies and Very Berry Pies, available at Straub’s, Dierbergs, City Greens Market and select grocery stores in St. Louis, Memphis and Kansas City. Proceeds from Lydia’s Ladle pies directly support Lydia’s House and provide valuable job training to our residents.
If you are interested in donating or would like more information about Lydia’s House,
please contact our development coordinator at (314) 771-4411 or development@lydiashouse.org.
