OASIS Woman Shelter

Oasis Women’s Shelter (OASIS), located in Owensboro, Kentucky, is a comprehensive domestic violence and recovery program dedicated to helping women and their dependent children escape cycles of abuse and addiction. Built on the Empowerment Model, OASIS provides a safe and supportive environment where women can begin to heal from trauma, rebuild their lives, and create a path toward long-term stability.As both a domestic violence program and a residential treatment center, OASIS offers substance abuse treatment, long-term residential care, and transitional housing, with specialized support for women, mothers with children, and criminal justice clients. The program is designed in phases to meet the unique needs of each woman:Phase 1: A supportive entry period where women and children become acclimated to the shelter environment.Phase 2: Structured individual and group counseling services in a safe, nurturing space to encourage personal and family healing.Phase 3: Specialized services to build on earlier progress, enhancing recovery and fostering independence.At OASIS, women and children find more than just shelter—they find hope, empowerment, and the tools to build a new future free from violence and substance abuse.