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Crisis Services of North Alabama (CSNA) provides free, 24/7 crisis assistance in Decatur and surrounding areas, including a 24-hour HELPline (256-716-1000), HOPE Place emergency shelter for domestic violence victims, and specialized sexual assault forensic examinations. Additionally, they offer confidential counseling, legal advocacy, and 2-1-1 resource referrals for mental health and safety.
A long-time partner with St. John’s, they are in need of items for their various locations and programs. Please look at the list and provide what you can! Items can be left in the donation bins by the office or in the narthex. The list of needs includes clothing in a range of sizes, over-the-counter medications, and some household items. Tap the button for the complete list.
Walmart gift cards are the most useful donations as they cover a wide variety of needs, like gas, pharmacy, and underwear. Often, women arrive at a shelter with only the clothes on their backs. Gift cards can restore dignity and autonomy and allow the displaced mother the opportunity to purchase a gift for their child during Christmas holidays, birthdays, and back-to-school time.
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