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Applied in 2007

Good Shepherd Shelter

Good Shepherd Shelter of Los Angeles

Program Facts

  • Paid (FTE) Staff Working: 20
  • Program Participants Last Year: 96
  • Meets about 90 time(s) with each participant per month
  • Participants remain in the program for 12 months

Volunteers

Volunteers per month: 30

Volunteers are trained:

Volunteer Training
AlwaysRarely

Volunteers are actively recruited:

Volunteer Recruiting
AlwaysRarely

Board Activities

  • Formally reviews the performance of the chief executive officer at least once every two years.
  • Formally approves the budget.
  • Has formally approved a conflict of interest policy and regularly monitors it to ensure adherence.
  • Receives, at least quarterly, the organization's financial statement.
  • Receives, at least annually, an auditor's management letter and report.
  • Convenes an audit committee.

Outcomes & Measures: (self-reported)

Outcome 1
reawakened dignity and self-confidence

Measure
mother begins to advocate for herself, makes decisions about school or job training and moves on those decisions

Outcome 2
children begin to heal from the effects of domestic violence

Measure
childern learn to better articulate their experiences and learn to self-soothe. Fewer reported nightmares, insomnia and bed-wetting

Outcome 3
academic improvement

Measure
less behavioral problems in school, more interest in class.

improved grades

Outcome 4
legal protections in place

Measure
restraining orders obtained

monitored visitation orders obtained

Outcome 5
medical attention

Measure
medical screenings completed. immunizations, dental, vision and other medical problems addressed

Change Process: (self-reported)

A battered woman increases her risk of being killed by her abuser to 75% by leaving so these women are EXTREMELY courageous and determined to protect and provide for their children. However, they have been stripped of their dignity and self-confidence so, at the Shelter, dignity and self-confidence are reawakened and restored—both through the encouragement of the staff and volunteers, the classes and therapy sessions and opportunities to re-connect with their God.

The classes are designed to help each woman become the best person, parent and provider she can. We also provide legal assistance, medical referrals and housing referrals. She develops the skills she needs and moves into being more hopeful and independent. Soon, she begins to plan for her future and set realistic goals for getting there. Eventually, she is ready to find her own home.

The children learn through therapeutic activities and school, both the academic, social and coping skills needed to heal, live healthily, succeed and, most importantly, to break the generational cycle of violence which is the only TRUE solution to domestic violence.