Major construction milestone reached on Sojourner Family Peace Center's new facility

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A major construction milestone was reached Wednesday, February 11th with the Sojourner Family Peace Center. Its facility will be the first in the nation to house holistic services for victims of domestic violence of all ages under one roof.

The facility is a partnership with Children's Hospital of Wisconsin, and it will help victims of domestic violence.

It will include a shelter with 56 beds, including some family rooms.

There will also be counseling, social and medical services and attorney services available.

It is set to open in the fall.