Serving ALL Individuals
About Us
We value the inclusion of all survivors. Through education, empowerment, and community collaboration, we believe all individuals have a right to a healthy relationship.
For 35 years, Safe Haven has stood with survivors to amplify voices, ignite hope, and transform futures.
Our Mission
Following Christ’s example and motivated by our community needs, our mission is to prevent and end relationship abuse and human trafficking.
Our Vision
We value the inclusion of all survivors. Through education, empowerment and community collaboration, we believe all individuals have a right to a healthy relationship.
Our Values
Safe Haven Ministries’ residential and non-residential services are available to individuals and families who have experienced or who are experiencing domestic abuse, human trafficking, and exploitation.
We serve all individuals equally regardless of age, race, religious belief, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, or socioeconomic status.
We are survivor centered – we empower and support each individual wherever they are in their healing journey.
We thoughtfully value and serve each individual and strive to create a safe haven for all.
By changing attitudes, behaviors, and policies that contribute to relationship abuse, we can prevent violence before it begins.
We collaborate with community partners to reduce barriers and meet the needs of those we serve.
Our News
Our Impact
through crisis and support services in 2022.
reached through training sessions.
served in emergency safe shelter in 2022.
provided in our shelter in 2022.
Our Leadership Team
Rachel VerWys, MSW
CEO
Holly Wilson, LMSW
Director of Client Services
Tara Aday, MPA
Senior Program Director
Tony Tendero, EdD
Fellow in Residence
Zenaida Jimenez
Director of Housing Services
Board of Directors
Rachel VerWys
CEO
Safe Haven Ministries
Shannon Vinson
President
D.R.I.V.E. Challenge Consultant Firm, LLC
Danica deWaha-Persons
Treasurer
CPA/Manager of Global Policy, Whirlpool Corporation
Esperanza Degan
Secretary
PwC
Malieka Brown
Director of Equity and Inclusion, GRPS
Yani Castro
Director of Human Resources. Byrne Electrical Specialist
Michael Wiese
Attorney, Smith Haughey Rice & Roegge
Julie Manion
Relator, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
Alexandria Walker
Senior Director of Strategy & Client Services, Truscott Rossman
Melissa Stewart
Founder Clear Vista Advisors
