Safe Haven Family Shelter

Family shelter and housing are the core services offered to families experiencing homelessness. Safe Haven uses a housing-first model, combining shelter-to-housing support with services intended to help families secure stable housing and employment and build self-sufficiency. Its programs use evidence-based practices and trauma-informed care. Housing referrals come through Nashville's Coordinated Entry process, which assesses needs, prioritizes them, and connects families with resources as available. Safe Haven also provides community education and advocacy related to family homelessness. Events and monthly Lunch and Learns offer ways for individuals, families, organizations, and companies to learn about its programs and volunteer opportunities. The organization works to address family homelessness in Nashville and across Middle Tennessee.