Safe healing starts here
The Tribe Cares provides trauma-informed residential support and structured healing pathways for women and children rebuilding lives after domestic violence in Fort Lauderdale.
Built from lived experience and deep compassion
The Tribe Cares was founded by Shani Muhammad to create the sanctuary she wished existed for survivors of domestic violence. Rooted in trauma-informed practice and a commitment to healing, we designed every aspect of our program around what actually helps women and children rebuild their lives with dignity and safety in Fort Lauderdale.
Healing rooted in shared purpose
We are a dedicated team committed to trauma-informed care, nervous system healing, and empowering women and children to rebuild their lives with dignity and strength.
Founder and Director
Shani Muhammad
Shani brings a deep commitment to trauma-informed care and healing justice. She leads The Tribe Cares with a vision of creating safe spaces where women and children can rebuild identity and find lasting stability.
Clinical Lead and Somatic Practitioner
Maya Rodriguez
Maya specializes in somatic healing and nervous system regulation for trauma survivors. She designs and facilitates healing practices that help participants release survival patterns and rebuild emotional safety.
Core values that guide our healing work
The Tribe Cares is built on principles of safety, dignity, and long-term transformation. These values shape every decision we make and every interaction we have.
Safety and trust
We create a physically and emotionally safe environment where women and children feel protected and can begin to heal.
Trauma-informed care
Every practice respects the impact of trauma. We use evidence-based approaches that honor survivors' resilience and experiences.
Dignity and respect
We treat every person as whole and worthy. Our support affirms identity, agency, and the right to rebuild on your own terms.
Long-term healing
We go beyond crisis response. Our structured pathways support nervous system recovery and lasting independence over time.
Family-centered support
We recognize mothers and children heal together. Our community-style sanctuary strengthens bonds while rebuilding stability.
Empowerment through identity work
We help survivors release survival patterns and reconnect with their authentic selves through somatic practices and identity rewrite.
Voices of healing and hope
Partners, donors, and community members share how The Tribe Cares creates lasting change for families in Fort Lauderdale.
The Tribe Cares provides what so many survivors desperately need: a calm, structured space to heal without judgment. Watching women rebuild their sense of self is truly transformative.
Dr. Maria Santos
Community Mental Health Partner, Fort Lauderdale
As a donor, I've seen firsthand how Shani and The Tribe Cares address the real gaps in domestic violence support. They focus on healing, not just crisis response.
James Rodriguez
Nonprofit Donor and Community Advocate
The somatic healing practices and identity rewrite work at The Tribe Cares helped me understand my own nervous system. This organization truly understands trauma recovery.
Angela Mitchell
Program Participant and Community Ambassador
It's rare to find an organization that prioritizes long-term healing over quick fixes. The Tribe Cares is doing essential work in our community.
Rev. Thomas Hayes
Faith Leader and Community Partner
Help us heal and rebuild lives
Join The Tribe Cares as a volunteer or supporter. Your time, skills, and compassion directly help women and children in Fort Lauderdale rebuild strength and stability.