A short-term emergency shelter that provides a safe, supportive environment for women and their children who have left violent and abusive situations.
Service offers:
- a 30-day emergency shelter that offers a secure and supportive environment for women and their children who have escaped from violent and abusive situations and require immediate housing
Facility includes:
- 24 beds in 7 bedrooms (1 is wheelchair accessible)
- communal kitchen
- intake and counselling rooms
- interfaith spiritual care room
- multi-sensory room
A specialized children's program in the child support centre provides support such as:
Programming and services include:
- a welcome basket upon arrival that includes a set of toiletries, slippers, and a journal
- basic clothing (pajamas, underwear, t-shirts, and leggings) on-site to get clients through the first few days
- vouchers to shop for other items of clothing that may be required
- morning meetings at the start of each day focus on gratitude, positive affirmations, setting intentions, and offering support to build community and trust
- goal setting and safety - danger assessment tool, safety planning, resiliency mapping, and resident-focused goal setting
- trauma-informed crisis support
- community referrals and client advocacy in several different areas to support choice and collaboration
- opportunities for empowerment include the Healthy Relationship Education group, Parenting Support group, and Healing Circles