Programs & Services

SHELTER

  • 24-hour crisis phone line

  • Counselling for residents

  • Crisis intervention

  • Safety planning

  • Specialized support for children

  • Accompaniments and advocacy (e.g., housing, legal, social services, medical)

  • Interpretation services

  • Accompaniments and advocacy (e.g., housing, legal, social services, medical)

  • Life necessities (e.g. 3 kosher meals per day, cozy bedding, hygiene products)

  • Interpretation services

  • Celebration of Jewish and multicultural holidays

  • Access to wi-fi, computers


CAROLE & ANDREW HARPER COUNSELLING OFFICE


CLIENT EMPOWERMENT PROGRAMS

Survivors often face complex legal, financial, educational, and social challenges that can create barriers to long-term stability. Our programs provide practical, flexible, and responsive support, helping women and children strengthen their independence, build community, and achieve their goals.

  • Access to Justice Program Support navigating the legal system.

  • Milestone Program Grocery assistance for individuals and families facing financial hardship.

  • Discretionary Fund Assistance for urgent and unexpected needs.

  • Education Fund Support for education, training, and employment goals.

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OUTREACH & EDUCATION

  • Education and sensitization programs (in schools, religious institutions, community organizations etc.)

  • Professional workshops

  • Speaking engagements

  • Media appearances

To truly address violence against women in our community, we must not only provide holistic and essential services to survivors of IPV, but also work to prevent violence from occurring in the first place.
— Sarah R. Director of Programs & Prevention