Shelter Facility - 36 beds; 12 rooms; 4 units

Program Length of Stay - Alliance provides critical emergency food and shelter to the victims of domestic violence and sexual assault and their children. Client services include laundry, hygiene kits, clothing, semi-private rooms and access to household items and furniture

Shelter Program – Clients stay 30-45 days, with opportunity to extend to 60 days. Clients have the opportunity to transfer to the Bakersfield Homeless Center (BHC) program after 60 days

Case Management Program - Through extensive case management Alliance staff address the core issues of domestic violence and sexual assault. Case plans are developed specifically to address each individual situation – family dynamics, employment, housing. Staff also provides court accompaniment

Clothing, Household and Furniture – Referral through case managers

Meals/Snacks – Provides 30,000 per year plus morning, afternoon and evening snacks

Job Development - Mentor Program, Resume Workshop; Interview Techniques; Job Search; Life Skills; ESL classes; GED; Collaboration with BHC Job Development Department

GED Program - Access to 20-week GED Program implemented at the BHC

Counseling- A counselor meets weekly with clients in group and individual sessions

Peer Counseling Groups- A peer counselor works with individuals to address the issues of domestic violence, including awareness, healthy relationships, parenting, community resources, safety plans

Substance Abuse Counseling – Addresses behaviors contributing to substance abuse

Recreational Classes – Community volunteers and staff provide recreational classes daily: Today is a New Beginning (includes exercise, journaling); Art Classes; Scrap Booking; Mommy & Me Make-Up; Movie Night

Health Care – Access to BHC Health Care Center – evaluation and treatment by volunteer medical and dental professionals and preventive education

Childcare – On-site childcare offers curriculum and activities for preschool and school-aged children while mother is involved in on-site activities

On-Site Tutor – The Bakersfield City School District provides an on-site tutor one day per week

Transportation Assistance - Alliance provides clients with necessary bus passes; emergency taxi service and transportation to court

Temporary Restraining Order Assistance – Staff provides instructions and answers questions regarding TROs