We’re Here
to Help
The Women’s Center is Wake County’s only day shelter exclusively for single women experiencing homelessness.
If you are unhoused and in need of assistance, you are welcome at The Women’s Center.
current programs
- Day Shelter for unaccompanied women
- Temporary Drop-in Overnight Shelter for men and women
- Recuperative Respite for women exiting the hospital (by referral)
How to get Started
1
Come to our 3211 Bramer Dr location (8 am to 11 am for Day Shelter, 6 pm to 8 pm for Overnight Shelter) to begin the intake process
2
Meet with our Care Specialist to determine your needs
3
Receive Day Shelter or Overnight Shelter services the same day!
4
Work with our staff to establish ongoing support
Day Shelter Services
Meals:
Breakfast: 8:30am – 9:30am
Lunch: 11:30am – 12:30pm
To go options available for unsheltered individuals
Basic Needs:
Access to basic needs, including hygiene and toiletry items, feminine products, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, toothbrush & toothpaste, and incontinence supplies. Guests may also access laundry services and showers.
Clothing Closet:
Access to undergarments, pants, shirts, shoes, coats, accessories, personal hygiene products, and other necessary items.
Day Storage:
Day storage is provided for women while receiving assistance at The Women’s Center.
Documents, Benefits, Resources, and Referrals:
Access to computers, phones, fax, and printers. Resources and referrals to local assistance programs. System navigation support to obtain vital documents, such as Social Security Cards, Birth Certificates, ID’s, licenses, insurance, housing, employment, and education documents.
Instructional and Enrichment Workshops:
Partners and volunteers provide a wide array of enrichment/empowerment classes and workshops on topics including housing, budgeting and banking, life skills, yoga, breathing/stress management, addiction recovery, nutrition, yoga, self-defense, art, Bible study, and cookie decorating.
Healthcare:
Advance Community Health is onsite each Monday from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm providing behavioral health appointments.
Each Tuesday BOTH Primary Care and Behavioral Health appointments are available from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm.
- General Health Care
- Women’s Health Care Services
- Complete Physicals
- Immunizations
- Behavioral Health Counseling
- Substance Abuse Counseling
- Pharmacy Services (provided through ACH Pharmacy in Southeast Raleigh)
Housing Support:
Housing Navigators work with guests to identify individually appropriate housing, make connections and referrals as necessary, and assist guests in securing safe, permanent housing.
Drop-in Overnight Shelter Services
The Women’s Center is operating Wake County’s drop-in overnight shelter for men and women on a temporary basis due to planned renovation to the County’s Second Street Shelter, expected to last through October of 2026. The drop-in shelter site is located at 3211 Bramer Drive in Raleigh, and operating hours are 7 pm to 7 am.