WELCOME TO THE DR. DENISE L. FOLKS WOMEN'S COUNSEL HOUSE
GOD'S CHANGING "WOMAN" MINISTRY (est.1999)
We're Here. We Exist. And, There's HOPE !
God's Changing "Woman" Ministry is a Christian
organization founded in November of 1999 by Dr. Denise L Folks. It's purpose is to provide women of all ages, ethnicity and
race with a safe and nurturing environment in which they can be encouraged and edified through the word of God and gain necessary
life skills through workshops, seminars, retreats and counseling. The Dr. Denise L. Folks
Women's Counsel House was established by God's Changing "Woman" Ministry to provide extended assistance to women
needing supportive housing. |
MISSION of God's Changing "Woman" Ministry |
To comfort the hearts of women; To edify and instill greatness in the midst of trial,
trivial, and transformation regardless of age, race, ethnicity or religion and to establish in them every good word and
work according to the word of God (The Holy Bible). |
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PHILOSOPHY |
God's Changing "Woman" Ministry believes that "women problems cut across
race and countries." God's Changing "Woman" Ministry believes that it is
the responsibility of every individual, to the best of his/her ability, to help those who are unable to help themselves. God's Changing "Woman" Ministry believes that an individual must have within him/herself the
desire and will to be helped and the humility to receive help. And, once help is received the individual will be able to move
from helplessness to hopefulness. |
Purpose of the Dr. Denise L. Folks Women's Counsel House |
The Dr. Denise L. Folks Women's Counsel House provides supportive housing to
women ages 25-65, transitioning from substance abuse.domestic violence, or correctional facilities. The program
is designed to prepare women to re-enter mainstream society with the skills necessary to become productive citizens by obtaining
employment, permanent housing, coping strategies and family unification. The Dr.
Denise L. Folks Women's Counsel House is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and serves the diverse population of
Maryland. |
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GOALS |
To provide temporary housing and support for women who are undergoing transitioning
in their lives. To provide activities associated with daily maintenance as well
as resource information to enable women to explore their options and define their goals. To
provide additional services, such as, short term supportive counseling, referrals to appropriate agencies, assistance in attending
appointments, finding permanent housing and crisis intervention. To provide follow-up
with women after they leave the Dr. Denise L Folks Counsel House. To provide information
to groups and organizations on the needs of women in transition. |