Mission Makers
Care Net of Chilton County recently opened Selah’s Oasis Maternity Home. The home provides a safe residence for mothers throughout Central Alabama who desire to prepare for independent living.
Executive Director Ashley Liveoak said, “The name was God given. It will provide a place of refuge, hope and a fertile ground to move towards Christ while they continue in their pregnancy.” The word Selah is found throughout the book of Psalms and means to rest, pause, contemplate or to reset. An Oasis is a fertile spot in the desert where water can be found. Many women facing unplanned pregnancy find themselves wandering in the desert and they need to rest or have a reset in their lives when they find themselves in a crisis pregnancy.
Selah’s Oasis includes eight guest rooms to serve expectant mothers and two guest rooms to accommodate young women aging out of foster care. There is space for a house mom and a playroom with activities for the children in the home. All guests participate in required life skills classes such as parenting, cooking, finance, personal hygiene, and time management. Job training and education build confidence as well as provide a better community with all the moms. Opportunities for Bible studies, sharing the Gospel and attending churches is also available. Group counseling is also provided to help make a lasting impact on mental and relational stability.
The board and staff at Care Net have realized the critical need for this facility in the area. This facility requires much and there are many ways you can be involved. Financial support is an obvious need. Donated supplies and clothing are also needed. To learn more about Care Net and Selah’s Oasis and how you can help, visit www.friendsofcarenetchilton.org. †
