Our Reach
Agape House serves victims of domestic violence across 10 rural counties in South Central Missouri: Carter, Douglas, Howell, Oregon, Ozark, Reynolds, Shannon, Texas, Webster, and Wright.
Shelter Capacity
We operate shelters in two locations:
- Main Facility: Northern Howell County – doubled in size
- Satellite Shelter: Southern Texas County – South Central Missouri
- Total Capacity: 45 adults and children
- Joan Smith-Lawson Resource Center: Outreach and public education
Services We Provide
- 24-Hour Crisis Hotline
- Confidentiality & Safety Planning
- Temporary Emergency Shelter
- Crisis Intervention & Case Management
- Transportation (within 45-mile radius)
- Personal & Legal Advocacy
- Basic Needs: Clothing, Hygiene Products, etc.
- Support Groups for Adults & Children
- Life-Skills & Parenting Classes
- And many more...