Awaken Transitional House

Awaken Transitional House

In January 2019, Awaken opened the very first restorative home in northern Nevada specifically designed for women affected by commercial sexual exploitation (CSE). Awaken’s first-hand experience — backed by various studies — shows that long-term transitional housing is among CSE victims’ greatest needs. However, a recent survey found that there are less than 40 programs of this kind across the nation and many states lack any specialized residential programs. Awaken will ensure every resident has access to the services and opportunities she needs to heal.

All of Awaken’s services, including those that will be offered in the home, are focused on healing, empowerment and identity building. We aim for survivors to be restored to their fullest potential.

The Awaken transitional house aims to:

• Provide a 12 to 24 month, rent-free, home environment based on a community living model;
• Help residents live honest, sober, and self-sufficient lives;
• Connect residents with services to help them heal, including alcohol and drug treatment programs, mental health services and physical healthcare;
• Provide education and job training opportunities;
• Nurture self-understanding through personal and spiritual growth;
• Offer the time and support needed to recover from past trauma. 

In this home, women who were once told who they are, are given the chance to find their new identity and reclaim the lives that were stolen from them.