Sarah's... an Oasis for Women is a program of Accola.
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About Sarah's
Sarah's... an Oasis for Women is a home dedicated to the safety and dignity of women who have
survived violence, war, and trauma. Sarah's connects residents to social services, education,
job preparation, and healthcare so they can begin new lives. Women come to Sarah's through referrals from outside organizations.
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Sarah's was founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet (CSJ), St. Paul Province, and
opened its doors in 1996. Sarah's is funded by the CSJs, Accola (formerly the Sisters of St. Joseph Ministries Foundation), and many community collaborators.
"Sarah's is a quiet and peaceful place managed by good people. Sarah's will help me to develop hope, live again, and face life. I will again find a home and a community as I meet the many people at Sarah's."
Sarah's is unique in that it offers long-term housing to women in need, with an average stay of three years. Currently, Sarah's is home to twenty-six women pursuing degrees, working, volunteering, and seeking opportunity. On average, ten women move on and ten residents move in each year.
Tour Sarah's
Originally a convent for the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, Sarah's has served nearly 700 residents since its founding as a home for women in 1996. Watch to see all the spaces that make Sarah's a peaceful, rejuvenating place!
Interested in employment at Sarah's? Visit the CSJ employment page to see open positions.