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Beautfort County - Shelters

Ruth's House
252.940.0007
www.ruths-house.org 
24-hour helpline

Offers a safe shelter for those fleeing domestic violence. We also offer supportive counseling and court advocacy services to help these brave individuals take the next steps.


Open Door Community Center
252.623.2150
www.odccwashington.org
1240 Cowell Farm Rd.
Washington, NC 27889

Provides safe shelter to Beaufort County women and children in need. Our goal is to create a place that will also provide referrals to services that can help homeless women and children improve their circumstances.


Zion Shelter and Kitchen
252.975.1978
Zionshelterandkitchen.wordpress.com 
114 W. Martin Luther King Dr.
Washington, NC 27889

Men's emergency homeless overnight shelter
Lunch for anyone served Monday-Friday 11am-11:30am