Helen Wright Center | Urban Ministries of Wake County

Carai Cooper

Even though I ended up not needing to come here, I called to see if any beds were available and asked what the process was and I spoke with Ms. Shannon and I was extremely sad and at my wits end and not only was she kind but she made me laugh!!!! She made me fee like she cared about my situation and brought me some light to my sadness! And for that I appreciate this place and if I ever get back down I will definitely be coming here because to have staff like her I know its love here!!!!

Simone Parker

I am currently staying at the Helen Wright center and it's a blessing to me having somewhere to stay. Being able to sleep and have somewhere to eat everyday. Mrs kitty and Mrs evelyn are the best staff here very nice and always making sure you got what you need. And the staff is awesome

Sally Raphael

I was told I could go to this shelter as a safe place for a couple of nights a couple of months ago. The facility is in need of a makeover, especially the bathrooms, but all was good. However I observed the staff member Evelyn being extremely rude and nasty to most of the ladies there including myself. She does not need to be in that position if she cant treat all people fairly. All other staff was fair, however I did not stay as long as I needed to because Evelyn kept yelling and talking down to others. This is a place to help people in need.

Mrs. Kendra Cureton ITE, PP, CPSS, CSAC

As I sit here in the comfort of my own home, running a business of my own (Kendra's Tender Touch Specializing In Peer Support Specialist/Personal Care Assistant). I came across a young lady that needed housing assistance and I looked up Helen Wright and Lord and behold I saw my picture on the Helen Wright Web-Site.. I was amazed !! I never forgot where I came from. I was so proud. I was once addicted to drugs, homeless, broken and wanted a change in my life for the better. And Helen Wright is where it all started. I got honest with myself and I knew the struggle was not going to be easy. The staff Ms. Dawn, Mrs. Brenda and a few others feed, clothed, and loved on me until I loved myself again. they have me information on Drug addiction, housing, jobs, counseling and I worked them to the best of my ability. They inspired me and did not judge me. I felt like I was home when I was there. I allowed HELP, to HELP ME. I set goals for myself and until this day I have accomplished those goals along with new ones. I come back to the Helen Wright Center to encourage other women who have fallen or just ran out of luck to be encouraged and I know that if I could do it they can too. I Became an example. I am now the PROUD Owner and Operator of: Kendra's Tender Touch. I would like to "THANK", "The Helen Wright Center" For playing a vital role in bringing The Real Kendra Cureton into the light and out of darkness.. Amen, Amen, Amen... I Am Forever Grateful !!!