A Lifelong Safe Haven for Senior & Special-Needs Cats
Cat Haven Sanctuary is a 501(c)3 nonprofit offering a forever home to senior, blind, medically fragile and special need cats who have nowhere else to go. We provide the medical care, love, and dignity every cat deserves, ensuring they never spend another day alone.
Our Impact by the Numbers
- 100+ happy residents
- A focus on senior needs
- Full medical and dental care
- A lifetime of safety and love
Meet Our Family.
Every cat at Cat Haven Sanctuary has a story.
Some were abandoned.
Some were born outside.
Some are blind, elderly, medically fragile, or simply too shy for adoption.
Many spent months—or even years—waiting for someone to choose them.
While not every cat finds a traditional forever home, every cat here has found something just as important: a place where they are safe, loved, and cherished exactly as they are.
This is their forever home.
We invite you to meet the remarkable cats who make Cat Haven Sanctuary a family.
Lenzia & Gigi
Wyatt
Lenzia came to us thanks to a kind friend who discovered her living outside—very pregnant and in desperate need of a safe place. When Lenzia arrived, she was semi-feral and frightened. She didn't trust people and wanted nothing to do with being touched. I gave her the time and space she needed, letting her know she was finally safe. Not long afterward, she gave birth to six of the most beautiful kittens I had ever seen. It was my very first experience caring for a pregnant mom and watching newborn kittens enter the world. It was unforgettable. One of those tiny kittens was Gigi. As the weeks passed, Lenzia transformed from a frightened stray mom into a devoted mother who finally relaxed when I was around her and her kittens. Gigi, on the other hand, grew up knowing nothing but kindness and safety. Every one of Lenzia's kittens found loving homes—except for Gigi. She had many people come to meet her, but because she had a small white patch on her chest, adopters looking for a "solid gray" kitten chose someone else. Their loss became our gain. Gigi has grown into a beautiful, sweet-natured cat and remains a cherished resident of Cat Haven Sanctuary. She is a gentle reminder that perfection isn't found in appearances. Sometimes the very thing that makes an animal unique is what makes them so special. Lenzia's journey took a little longer. She was never quite comfortable enough with strangers to be adopted, and she became one of our permanent sanctuary residents. It took more than five years before she trusted me enough to let me pet her. Today, if I call her name, she'll come trotting over for one of her favorite things in the world—a good back scratch. Watching Lenzia finally let her guard down after years of fear has been one of the most rewarding experiences I've had. Trust can't be rushed. Sometimes it takes months, sometimes years. But when a cat who has spent a lifetime believing people are something to fear finally chooses to love you, it is a gift beyond words. Lenzia and Gigi's story is a perfect example of what Cat Haven Sanctuary is all about. Not every cat is destined for adoption, and not every happy ending looks the same. Sometimes a forever home isn't a place they leave for—it's the place where they were finally given the time, patience, and unconditional love to simply be themselves.
Wyatt's story began when he and his siblings were discovered huddled along a backyard fence line, only about eight weeks old. Their mother was nowhere to be found. While his brothers and sisters appeared healthy, little Wyatt had suffered severe damage to both of his eyes, leaving him completely blind. Despite his blindness, Wyatt has never let it define him. He quickly learned to navigate his world with incredible confidence. I introduced him to two other blind cats, who patiently showed him the ropes, and it was amazing to watch them play, wrestle, and explore together as if they had known each other forever. Wyatt and his best friend, Jack Jack, especially loved spending time in the catio. My husband even built special stairs leading up our large oak tree so they could safely climb and enjoy the outdoors. Watching Wyatt confidently make his way up those steps is a reminder that determination has nothing to do with eyesight. His hearing is extraordinary. He can actually snatch a dragonfly right out of the air—a skill that never fails to amaze us. Wyatt is living proof that blindness doesn't limit a cat's ability to live a joyful, adventurous, and fulfilling life. He is resilient, fearless, and one of the most remarkable cats you'll ever meet.m a paragraph. Click here to add your own text and edit me. I’m a great place for you to tell a story and let your users know a little more about you.
Stash
Sometimes the cats who scare us the most end up stealing our hearts. Before we installed the deer fencing around our yard, my beautiful long-haired calico, Delaney, occasionally managed to escape. I'm convinced she's part Houdini. Every now and then, she'd come home with another cat following behind her. That's how Stash-a beautiful long haired tuxedo-found us. He jumped into our fenced back yard with Delaney but couldn't figure out how to get back out. At first, I wasn't sure what to do. Stash was completely feral and, to be honest, he frightened me. I've never been afraid of a cat before, but Stash was different. He charged at me, hissing and growling with every ounce of fear he had. Eventually, we were able to humanely trap him and take him to the veterinarian for testing. The results were devastating. Stash tested positive for both FIV and FeLV. My heart sank. He had already spent two days in our backyard around the sanctuary cats. At the time, we were caring for 71 cats, and every one of them had to be tested and vaccinated. It took nearly a month to make sure everyone was safe. It was one of the most stressful experiences we've ever been through. Despite the diagnosis, we couldn't turn our backs on him. Stash was only two or three years old and otherwise looked healthy, so we brought him home. I set him up in our living room using two large dog crates connected together so he'd have plenty of space. Even then, cleaning his enclosure was an adventure. I had to slide a divider between the cages because Stash would launch himself at the door, hissing and trying to chase me away. Nothing seemed to help. I talked softly to him every day. I played calming cat music. I tried pheromone diffusers. Catnip. Anything I could think of. Nothing worked. Then one day, another sanctuary cat named Captain quietly wandered into the living room. Captain has never met a stranger. He's one of the sweetest cats you'll ever know. He walked right up to Stash's enclosure and rubbed against the outside of the cage as if they'd been friends forever. To my surprise, Stash didn't hiss. So every day, I'd sit in front of Stash's cage and shower Captain with affection. I'd pet him, tell him what a wonderful boy he was, and carry on the kind of silly baby talk only cat people understand. For two weeks, Captain became my bridge to Stash. Eventually, when Captain was nearby, Stash started rubbing against the cage too. The first time I touched him, it was only with the tip of one finger. A few days later, I worked up the courage to put my whole hand inside the cage. Instead of attacking me... ...he leaned into my hand. About a week later, I opened the cage door. He was perfect. Within two months, Stash and I were taking afternoon naps together on the couch. Because we still believed he was FeLV positive, we couldn't safely let him live with the other sanctuary cats. So we asked the community if they would help us build him a private outdoor catio. The response was incredible. People donated money and we were able to build Stash a beautiful space where he could enjoy the sunshine and fresh air while staying safe. It reminded me once again how many compassionate people are willing to help an animal they've never even met. But something was still missing. Stash was lonely. While he was under anesthesia for a routine dental cleaning, I asked the veterinarian, almost on a whim, to run another FeLV/FIV test. I wasn't expecting anything different. The result came back... Negative. I could hardly believe it. To be certain, we sent another blood sample to a specialized laboratory in California. That test was negative too. After three separate tests that had all indicated Stash was positive, we finally learned the truth. He wasn't. Today, Stash lives with the rest of his sanctuary family, exactly where he always belonged. And these days, his very best friend is another sanctuary resident named Butterfinger. The frightened cat who once charged at anyone who came near him is now a gentle, loving boy who reminds me of something I'll never forget: Sometimes fear isn't aggression. Sometimes it's simply a heart that's never been shown kindness before.
How You Can Help
Volunteer
Share your time and love. We need hands for our senior and special-needs residents.
Wishlist
Send supplies like food, bedding, and toys directly to our sanctuary through our Amazon wishlist.
Help Us Save More Lives
Your support directly funds the care, medical treatment, and sanctuary housing for cats in need. Together, we can ensure every rescued cat finds a safe, loving home.