Help and Emergency Response

Help and Emergency Response, Inc. (H.E.R. Shelter) is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing safety, advocacy, and support for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, stalking, and homelessness. They offer emergency shelter, housing assistance, employment readiness, counseling, and legal advocacy to women and ch... ildren in need. The organization operates three shelter facilities in Portsmouth and Chesapeake, Virginia, and relies on community support and donations to sustain its programs. H.E.R. Shelter also engages in educational initiatives to raise awareness about domestic violence and encourages community involvement through volunteering and donations.Read More