Doorways Asks Community for Urgent Assistance

Shelter for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault and their families is full and overflowing.

By Shirley Ruhe, Arlington Connection

Doorways sent out an urgent appeal a few days ago to the community. The shelter for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault and their families is full and overflowing. The capacity of the Doorways Safehouse was doubled last year from 11 to 22 but the need has escalated to an all time high. Continue reading in the Arlington Connection (see page 3).

“I don’t want anyone to hesitate to call. We don’t have a waiting list because we take everyone who needs us,” said Diana Ortiz, President and CEO of Doorways. “My worry is that people will think it is very expensive for us and we will run out of money but we don’t want anyone to focus on this and feel that they don’t have a space. So please call.” The 24-hour hotline is 703-237-0881.