UCC Transition House

For Survivors of Domestic Violence "And my people shall dwell in a peaceable habitation, and in sure dwellings, and in quiet resting places."                                                             Isaiah 32:18

Contact Us:                 Phone Number: 808-943-2837                 Fax:                  Email:             Address: P.O. Box 11885, Honolulu, HI 96828                   Click on a link below for more information: About Us  Admissions Process   Who We Serve  How You Can Help

About Us UCC Transition House provides transitional housing services for women and children moving from abusive relationships to more normal and peaceful living conditions. Our program offers safe residence for up to six months, enabling a family to calm down, get help, and plan for their future independent living. We are unique in providing this long-term, extended and supportive residential care beyond emergency domestic violence shelters programs. Who We Serve Participants must be beyond immediate crisis and willing to accept responsibility for paying monthly rent and a mandatory savings program. Open to people of all faiths, the Transition House provides basic housing.  In collaboration wiht the Counseling and Spiritual Care Center, individual and group counseling services are provided gratis to families.  All adults are required to participate in counseling whether in-house or by other means. Space is available for three families.  A family may stay for up to six months, with possibilities for extension.

Admission Process After a potential resident has determined that she and her children could benefit from the services of the Transition House, they will meet with a helping person to formulate long and short-term goals for their stay.  The resident will also be helped to prepare a family budget and savings plan. The process includes submission of: 1. An intake application, available by calling 943-2837. 2. A statement of personal goals, which the resident will work toward with the assistance of staff. 3. A budget, taking into account anticipated income and expenses during for six months. How You Can Help Here are some ways you, your church, or group can help: Take a special offering or commit an annual donation            from your church.   Provide an item(s) on our Wish List.  Call 943-2837. Call to request a presentation for your group. Have the youth or Sunday school groups do a            learning/fundraising activity on children affected            by domestic violence. Plan a workday to help with needed maintenance            at our facility. Donate specifically to assist with rent, utilities, food, etc.