The mission of Compassion for the Family Inc. is to provide an immediate, temporary and life saving environment and to provide the basic needs for women and their children who are the victims of domestic violence. Compassion for the Family Inc. is dedicated to ensure that the victims and survivors of domestic violence increase their knowledge of their options around domestic violence, receive ongoing emotional support through counseling services, developing and reaching their goals for safety and self-sufficiency through various programs and services including education, referrals, assistance in the court process, assistance obtaining employment, non interest small business loans, transportation, housing and other basic needs.