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Emergency Shelter | HopeWorks Howard County

9770 Patuxent Woods Drive, Suite 300, Columbia, MD 21046

Eligibility

Howard County survivors of intimate partner violence, sexual violence, or human trafficking.

Required documents

Varies contact for details.

Hours

24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
410-997-0304
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Main

410-997-2272
Voice·

Hot-Line

Application process

Call for details.

Service area

Howard County, MD

Other Information

Special Populations

  • Open to All
  • Families with Children
  • Justice Involvement

Payment Options

  • Free or no-cost care

Provides crisis shelter and support for individuals and families who have experienced domestic violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking. Temporary Shelter More information:

  • Shelter includes counseling, support groups, case management, and short-term pet housing
  • Accepts donations of nonperishable food, full-sized toiletries, paper products, and other items

Last assured

03/12/2026

Providing organization

HopeWorks Howard County

Nonprofit sexual assault and domestic violence center.