Secret Place Sanctuary

A Covenant Refuge for Complete Restorative Healing

The Secret Place Sanctuary is a highly specialized crisis refuge, advocate matrix, and restorative ecosystem founded and directed by Apostle Sheila F. Simmons. Explicitly designed for women and children fleeing the devastating impact of domestic violence, emotional trauma, and systemic intimidation, this sanctuary stands as a line of defense and a structural bridge to safety. We do not operate as a temporary, revolving-door crisis shelter; we serve as a sacred, secure haven where survivors are wrapped in deep spiritual advocacy, intensive psychological recovery, and round-the-clock physical protection.

True recovery from domestic trauma requires an uncompromised, holistic architecture that addresses the spirit, soul, and body simultaneously. At The Secret Place Sanctuary, residents are introduced to a comprehensive, faith-first transitional program that pairs intensive trauma-informed counseling with customized economic stabilization roadmaps. By providing a secure environment free from fear and threat, we empower our families to break the psychological chains of victimization, reclaim their stolen autonomy, and methodically rebuild their lives on a solid foundation of dignity, economic independence, and Kingdom purpose.

Confidential Support

If you or a loved one are currently navigating a dangerous domestic environment, escaping violence, or require immediate restorative crisis advocacy, please click below to submit a secure and completely confidential intake questionnaire to our sanctuary team.

Our Mission

The Secret Place Sanctuary exists as a safe, empowering haven dedicated to restoring lives, renewing minds, and rebuilding futures. Our mission is to equip individuals and families with the tools for entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and educational advancement, while nurturing emotional, spiritual, and personal growth. We are committed to breaking cycles of poverty, instability, and limitation by cultivating knowledge, confidence, and self-sufficiency. Through mentorship, training, and holistic support, we empower individuals to discover their purpose, build sustainable income, and walk boldly into a life of independence and fulfillment.

Our Vision

Our vision is to create a transformative community where lives are restored, minds are empowered, and generations are changed. The Secret Place Sanctuary envisions becoming a leading hub for economic empowerment, education, and entrepreneurial development, producing confident, skilled, and financially literate individuals who thrive in every area of life. We see a future where those who enter as survivors emerge as leaders—equipped to build businesses, steward wealth, pursue education, and impact their communities. The Secret Place Sanctuary will stand as a beacon of hope, healing, and opportunity, where purpose is awakened and legacy is established.

Delivering specialized, faith-integrated emotional and psychological therapy to safely process crisis events, alleviate complex trauma symptoms, and restore sovereign peace of mind.

Providing a premium, highly confidential, and secure physical environment where families can heal, regroup, and stabilize without the threat of ongoing disruption or danger.

Equipping survivors with essential life skills, comprehensive financial management education, career placement guidance, and permanent housing assistance to ensure a permanent exit from cycles of abuse.