Wednesday, August 11, 2021 11:41 AM
Women’s Shelter Crisis & Information Phone Support 24/7
www.gilliansplace.com
905-684-8331 or French services – 1-877-336-2433
Office Hours: 09:00hrs-17:00hrs
Shelter Location: 15 Gibson Pl, St. Catharines
Emergency Crisis/Information/Shelter support 24/7
Through service, education and advocacy, Gillian's Place offers hope, safety, support and
empowerment through a range of services and effective partnerships to end violence against women.
Services offered include – Residential programs (offers emergency shelter), Counseling programs,
Transitional housing and support programs, Legal advocacy Program, Support for children and teens
and Immigrant and refugee support.
Child Abuse Hotline (Family and Children’s Services Niagara) Phone Support 24/7
www.facsniagara.on.ca
905-937-7731 or Toll Free Number 1-888-937-7731
Are you concerned about a child or family in your community? Are you overwhelmed and struggling
to ensure the appropriate care and safety of your children? If you feel that a child may be at risk for
abuse or neglect, please contact us immediately. If you or someone you know needs help, please call,
we can help.
Majority of services are free
Domestic Violence Support Line-Crisis Phone Support 24/7
1-905-684-8331
French services – 1-877-336-2433
Whether you need immediate help such as someone to talk to on our support line, emergency shelter
or longer-term support in creating a new, abuse-free life, we are here for you every step of the way.
You don't need to stay at our shelter to access our services, all of which are confidential and free of
charge. Simply call us and we'll be glad to listen to you and connect you with the services you
require.
Niagara Sexual Assault Centre- Crisis Phone Support 24/7
www.niagarasexualassaultcentre.com
1-905-682-4584
French services -1-877-336-2433
If you or someone you know has experienced sexual violence either recently or in the past, speak
directly to one of our support counselors who will offer you non-judgmental support, understanding,
information and options specific to your concerns.
Niagara Region Sexual Assault Centre is a non-profit organization that responds to the needs of
survivors of sexual violence and through public education increases understanding and awareness of
sexual assault related issues. We provide a variety of counseling, support and emergency services to
survivors and their families.
Design for a New Tomorrow
Women’s Services- 905-684-1223
Men’s Services- 905-684-7713
502-60 James Street, St.Catharines
Design for a New Tomorrow is a community based program in which provides individual and group
counselling to enable women to become non-victims of physical or mental abuse. They are also in
coalition with End Violence Against Women which promotes and facilitates a coordinated community
response to the abatement of violence against women.
Women- Individual and Group Counselling for ages 16 and older. These groups are offered in
St.Catharines, Port Colborne, Beamsville, Grimsby, Smithville, Niagara Falls, Fort Erie and Welland.
Women experiencing Domestic Violence
905-351-9496 (Amanda- call for appointment)
1485 Garrison Road, Fort Erie – Bridges Community Centre
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1485 Garrison Road, Fort Erie – Bridges Community Centre
Every Monday 8:30am-4:30pm
Niagara Sexual Assult Centre (CARSA)
Office: 905-682-7258
Crisis Line:905-682-4584 (24Hours/7days a week)
43 Church Street, St.Catharines, Suite 503
Office Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00am- 4:30pm
Self referral, counselling made by appointments
Provides support, individual and group counselling to women, men, victims/survivors of human
trafficking and others who have experienced rape, sexual assault, incest and childhood sexual abuse
**24 hour crisis support line, offering support/information for past/recent rape, sexual assault and
abuse **
Individual/group counselling and theme-based workshops for survivors ** Support also available for
family and friends **
Outreach counselling available at several locations throughout Niagara region including Niagara Falls,
Fort Erie, Port Colborne, Welland and West Lincoln
Women’s Place of South Niagara Region (Serenity Place Welland)
Office: 905-732-4632
Alternate Number: 905-356-3933
Crisis Call Collect: 905-788-0113
Located in Welland
Support Line/Shelter Services Mon-Sun 24 hours
Administration Mon-Thu 9 am-5 pm, Fri 9am-1 pm
Referral - Women are asked to contact the support line at 905-788-0113 to speak with a trained
women's intervention advocate. Each situation will be assessed.
Provides shelter and services for women and children experiencing abuse. Services include:
* 24-hour support line
* Counseling and emotional support for women and children/youth who are being or who have been
abused
* Development of safety plans
* Transitional and housing support
* Public education programs
* Referrals
Family Court Support Worker Program -- information on the family court process with assistance
in preparing for family court proceedings (documenting history of abuse, accessing Legal Aid) Can
also send referral to specialized services and supports in the community, safety planning, court
accompaniment to proceedings when appropriate
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SUPPORT LINE- CRISIS PHONE SUPPORT
1-905-684-8331
Domestic Violence Support Line acts as a support line, as well as finds emergency shelter or long
term support plans.
NIAGARA SEXUAL ASSAULT CENTRE- CRISIS PHONE SUPPORT
1-905-682-4584
Phone Support & Crisis Line can connect you to speak with a support counsellor who can offer you
support, information and options specific to clients concerns.
Niagara Regional Sexual Assault Centre- Provides counselling, support and emergency services to
survivors and their families.
Women’s Place Nova House 24 Hour Support Line
Niagara Falls- 905-356-5800
Welland and Surrounding Areas- 905-788-0113
Support Line for Women who are or have been abused in the past. This line provided counselling over
the telephone, and emotional support for women/children and youth. Support Line is also able to
develop safety plans with client and provide accompaniment to legal appointments and court dates.
EFAP (Morneau Shepell)
www.workhealthlife.com
Toll Free Number: 1-844-880-9142
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Toll Free Number: 1-844-880-9142
Providing workplaces, employees, and their families with accessible tools and resources anytime,
anywhere.
EFAP is a confidential and voluntary support service that can help you take the first step towards
change. You and your immediate family members (as defined in your employee benefit plan) can
access immediate and confidential support in a way that is most suited to your preferences, comfort
level and lifestyle.
ABC- A Better Choice Program
4 Adams Street, St. Catharines
Helps with health, education and social supports for pregnant & parenting women with substance use
issues and their children ages 0-6 years old.
ABC offers:
Primary Health Care Services- Pre-Natal Care, Ongoing Health Care for Mother & Baby,
Immunizations, Coordination of Health Care with Physical & Hospital.
Case Management- Outpatient Appointments, Outreach Services, Individual, Group & Drop in
Services, Acupuncture, treatment planning and follow ups.
Parenting Support- Infant Stimulation & Age time Play, Growth & Development, Life Skills, Parenting
Skills, Group Work and Parenting Courses
** They also offer Transportation Assistance**
Westview Centre 4Women
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 10:00am-4:00pm
124 Queenston Street, St.Catharines
Centre 4Women is a weekly drop in session for all of walks of life with a safe, welcoming and
dignified environment where all women are empowered.
Services Provided at Centre 4Women: **Any age is accepted**
Hot Breakfast and Lunch, Snack/Coffee/Tea, Clothing and small household items, CHILD CARE
10am-3pm, Laundry Services, Computer/Wi-Fi & telephone access, Income tax prep, Crock Pot
classes, Employment Support Worker, Craft, Shampoo & Hair Cuts, Self Care Classes, Aesthetics
(Nails and Waxing) and Workshops on job readiness, budgeting, cooking and couponing.
AbilitiCBT by Morneau Shepell
https://ontario.abiliticbt.com
AbilitiCBT is an internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (iCBT) program that you can access from
any device, any time. Cognitive behavioral therapy is one of the most effective forms of therapy. It
works by helping you understand and change the thoughts, feelings and behaviors that are causing
you problems. AbilitiCBT works the same way, but online. AbilitiCBT’s user-friendly platform makes it
convenient to get help when you need it, where you need it.
The AbilitiCBT offering includes a special program to help you address anxiety symptoms related to
the uniquely challenging aspects of pandemics: uncertainty, isolation, caring for family and
community members, information overload and stress management.
Beacon Modern Mind Health
Https://www.mindbeachon.com/contact/
Email contact available on website
BEACON digital therapy is now available free of charge to support Ontarians through stress and
mental well-being concerns during COVID-19, funded by the Government of Ontario. Guided digital
therapy with BEACON is personalized, and you receive support from a registered therapist that's
always one-to-one. It's therapy that's completely digital, so it's available when you are and you never
need to worry about keeping appointments. Everything happens on your terms privately and securely.
BEACON provides Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a clinically-proven method that's all about building
stronger resiliency through learning new skills to manage your thoughts and feelings.
BounceBack Ontario
1-866-345-0224
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1-866-345-0224
https://bouncebackontario.ca
BounceBack is a free skill-building program managed by the Canadian Mental Health Association
(CMHA). It is designed to help adults and youth 15+ manage low mood, mild to moderate depression
and anxiety, stress or worry. Delivered over the phone with a coach and through online videos, you
will get access to tools that will support you on your path to mental wellness.
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