The Autonomous Women's Shelter Bremen-North offers women and their children protection and support in cases of domestic violence.
The women's shelter is a safe haven for women and their children who are threatened or affected by physical or psychological violence. The facility has approximately 30 beds, children's rooms, and common areas. The shelter's address is confidential. Admission is granted regardless of religious affiliation, nationality, or regional origin. The independent women's shelter is part of the association "Women Helping Women in Bremen-North" (Frauen helfen Frauen in Bremen-Nord e.V.).
Offers:
- Advice and support with applications under the Protection Against Violence Act
- Support with financial security
- Assistance with visits to government offices and authorities
- Referral to legal advice
- Support with finding accommodation
- Individual and group discussions
- Cooperation with the police and other counselling centers is possible if necessary
Cost:
- The stay is subject to a fee. Coverage of these costs depends on the financial situation of the person seeking protection.
- If social benefits are being received, the costs are usually covered.
- The women's shelter handles the application for cost coverage.
Telephone availability:
0421 – 636 48 74
24 hours a day, including weekends and public holidays.
Admission:
Admission takes place after a telephone consultation. You can contact either the autonomous women's shelter in Bremen-North directly or the police.