ABOUT US
We Build For
People
Bridges connects families in crises to HELP, HOPE, and HOME.
Bridges Safe House was founded in 1998 by with a simple goal in mind: to provide a safe and caring environment for women in need.
Since our founding, we have grown to become an integral part of the Cedar Hill community. Our shelter has provided countless women with a warm bed to sleep in and a supportive community to lean on while they work toward their goals.
CLIENT EXPERIENCE
HOW WE SERVE
Bridges Safehouse and the Bridges Family Resource Centers not just a shelter or a service provider, it's a lifeline for single mother and their children, offering a beacon of hope in challenging times. Our heartfelt commitment extends beyond supplying essential items like diapers, wipes, food, baby furniture, maternity clothing, and baby clothing. It's about stainability to prevent crises that could otherwise lead to homelessness, ensuring the well-being of vulnerable families.
OUR HEART
This is the space to introduce visitors to the business or brand. Briefly explain who's behind it, what it does and what makes it unique. Share its core values and what this site has to offer.
In the embrace of Bridges Family Resource Center, parents find more than just support they find a refuge where education and encouragement flow freely. This sanctuary shields against the harsh winds of homelessness, violence, isolation, and crime, weaving tapestry of resilience and strength.
Bridges Safehouse Team
OUR STORY
Building a
Sustainable Future
Bridges Safehouse, a nonprofit organization, was founded in 1998 to provide shelter and support to those in need. Inspired by an article in the Dallas Morning News, Dr. Glen Clark and his wife Alicia felt compelled to help the homeless. They envisioned turning an old rental house on Hardy Street into a shelter, feeling that this was part of a divine plan.
A board was formed with Lois Cannady as President and Robin Phillips as Treasurer, and the shelter began operating without a formal director. The local police chief, Steve Rhodes, helped ensure safety by requiring background checks for the residents.
As Cedar Hill underwent new construction, a contractor named Paul Poteet offered to help, leading to the use of two buildings from the First United Methodist Church in Cedar Hill as temporary shelters. Despite financial struggles, the organization saw numerous instances of divine intervention, such as unexpected donations that covered essential expenses.
Bridges Safehouse grew through the support and collaboration of various Christian denominations, including Baptist, Church of Christ, Assemblies of God, Episcopal, Methodist, Catholic, Faith Bible, and Non-Denominational churches. The organization's focus remains on loving and supporting people in need.
Dr. & Mrs. Glen Clark
