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The Hub provides assistance to women facing domestic abuse whether emotional, psychological, financial or physical
Supports include:
- support group where women feel safe to interact and share their experiences
- assisting survivors in getting the resources they need
- offering programs and classes to survivors that are culture and age group appropriate
- working with other organizations to help strengthen survivors emotional, social and financial situations
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A program supports children's healing from the effects of exposure to abuse and supports mothers to assist their children in this healing process
* 12 week therapy group for mothers and children (4-16 years)
* free program that runs twice per year in Oakville and once per year in Milton and Burlington
* group program provides children, teens and their mothers with safe, nurturing environments in which they can discuss the violence and abuse they have experienced
* separate groups for children, teens and their mothers are offered at the same time
* call for information about dates, times and locations of the programs
* 12 week therapy group for mothers and children (4-16 years)
* free program that runs twice per year in Oakville and once per year in Milton and Burlington
* group program provides children, teens and their mothers with safe, nurturing environments in which they can discuss the violence and abuse they have experienced
* separate groups for children, teens and their mothers are offered at the same time
* call for information about dates, times and locations of the programs
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Offers individual and group counselling for women who have experienced emotional, physical and/or sexual abuse by a partner
* available in-person, by video or phone
Individual counselling:
* individual counselling and therapy services are tailored to meet the specific needs of each woman
* information on abuse, safety planning and community resources is also available
* services are free of charge and offered in Oakville, Burlington, Milton, and Georgetown
Education and support groups:
* eight week group provides an opportunity to decrease isolation and to gain insight into the experience and impact of living with abuse and control
* group is offered frequently, day and evening groups are available
Safety Zone Program
* available in-person, by video or phone
Individual counselling:
* individual counselling and therapy services are tailored to meet the specific needs of each woman
* information on abuse, safety planning and community resources is also available
* services are free of charge and offered in Oakville, Burlington, Milton, and Georgetown
Education and support groups:
* eight week group provides an opportunity to decrease isolation and to gain insight into the experience and impact of living with abuse and control
* group is offered frequently, day and evening groups are available
Safety Zone Program
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Halton Children's Aid Society, Milton Office
1-866-607-5437 (1-866-607-KIDS)905-876-1682
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Short Description
Services include:
Adoption/Adoption Disclosure
* recruitment, assessment, support, pre- and post-counselling to adoptive parents
* match children and youth with adoptive parents
* provide adoption disclosure information and counselling to adopted persons over 18 years of age and their birth parents
Child Protection
* mandated by the Child, Youth and Family Services Act, 2017 (CYFSA) to protect children from abuse and neglect
* provide emergency after hours service for children and youth who are at risk
Community-based Services
* workers co-located in various community locations, e.g., schools, counselling agencies, the Halton Regional Police Service, to provide protection services to at-risk children and youth
Connecting Youth to the Community
* life skills programs to assist youth in the transition to independent living
Family Support
* assessment and supportive services to parents to maintain children and youth in their homes and when children and youth come into care, which expedites their return home
* supervise access for children, youth and their families, when required
Foster Care
* recruit, train and support resource parents
* match children and youth to appropriate placements
Fundraising
* for programs and services not covered by government funding that help the children and youth served by the Society
Volunteer Programs
* special events volunteers, summer camp volunteers, mentors/special friends, seasonal, Food for Life volunteer, volunteer drivers
For resources, including guidelines on what age a child can be left alone or for babysitting another child, see resources here
There is also a South Halton/Head office in Burlington
Adoption/Adoption Disclosure
* recruitment, assessment, support, pre- and post-counselling to adoptive parents
* match children and youth with adoptive parents
* provide adoption disclosure information and counselling to adopted persons over 18 years of age and their birth parents
Child Protection
* mandated by the Child, Youth and Family Services Act, 2017 (CYFSA) to protect children from abuse and neglect
* provide emergency after hours service for children and youth who are at risk
Community-based Services
* workers co-located in various community locations, e.g., schools, counselling agencies, the Halton Regional Police Service, to provide protection services to at-risk children and youth
Connecting Youth to the Community
* life skills programs to assist youth in the transition to independent living
Family Support
* assessment and supportive services to parents to maintain children and youth in their homes and when children and youth come into care, which expedites their return home
* supervise access for children, youth and their families, when required
Foster Care
* recruit, train and support resource parents
* match children and youth to appropriate placements
Fundraising
* for programs and services not covered by government funding that help the children and youth served by the Society
Volunteer Programs
* special events volunteers, summer camp volunteers, mentors/special friends, seasonal, Food for Life volunteer, volunteer drivers
For resources, including guidelines on what age a child can be left alone or for babysitting another child, see resources here
There is also a South Halton/Head office in Burlington
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Speaking out against gender-based violence empowers committee members and enhances their self esteem and resiliency
Activities to raise awareness to support those in crisis include:
Activities to raise awareness to support those in crisis include:
- participation in community events
- community outreach programs
- public speaking
- committee involvement
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SafePet Program
Office: Administration 905-332-1200 ;
North Shelter (Milton and Halton Hills) 905-878-8970 ;
South Shelter (Burlington and Oakville) 905-332-1593 Crisis: Mon-Sun 24 hours North Shelter (Milton and Halton Hills) 905-878-8555 * South Shelter (Burlington and Oakville) 905-332-7892 * HWP Online Chat
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A program administered by Halton Women's Place to protect pets from violence * if a woman is seeking shelter and has a companion animal, the shelter will work closely with the client, local veterinarians, animal welfare agencies, pet boarding facilities and volunteers to help in keeping their pet safe
Services may include:
* any veterinary care or vaccinations that are needed
* safe transport out to a nearby kennel or boarding facility
* support in facilitating visits between women/children and their pets during their stay at Halton Women's Place
The Halton Women's Place SafePet program was initially created in collaboration with the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association and it is funded through collaboration with PetSmart Charities through grant support and fundraising efforts where possible
Services may include:
* any veterinary care or vaccinations that are needed
* safe transport out to a nearby kennel or boarding facility
* support in facilitating visits between women/children and their pets during their stay at Halton Women's Place
The Halton Women's Place SafePet program was initially created in collaboration with the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association and it is funded through collaboration with PetSmart Charities through grant support and fundraising efforts where possible
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Emergency Shelter and Crisis Services
Office: Administration 905-332-1200 ;
North Shelter (Milton and Halton Hills) 905-878-8970 ;
South Shelter (Burlington and Oakville) 905-332-1593 Crisis: Mon-Sun 24 hours North Shelter (Milton and Halton Hills) 905-878-8555 * South Shelter (Burlington and Oakville) 905-332-7892
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Major Services:
- 24 hour crisis lines for abused women
- HWP Chat provides online support, Mon-Sun 24 hrs, from a training Violence Against Women Counsellor
- safe shelter accommodation, food, and basic personal items for a maximum of 8 weeks for abused women and their dependent children
- individual and/or supportive group counselling at the shelter
- community agency information and referral when necessary
- court support for interim custody and restraining orders
- children's services
- emergency transportation to shelter, if necessary
- depart planning
- SafePet Program
- advocacy and public education around ending violence against women
- transitional support program
- accepts donations of goods for those in the shelter and those moving from the shelter to permanent housing (see list of needs here)
Family Court Support Worker Program
- information on the family court process
- assistance in preparing for family court proceedings (documenting history of abuse, accessing Legal Aid)
- referral to specialized services and supports in the community
- safety planning
- court accompaniment to proceedings when appropriate
Schools programs
- EngageMENt 'male ally' program is a conversation-based 8-week program led by a male facilitator that guides male students through discussion around popular and sports culture, through a gender lens, and discusses what 'healthy masculinity' means, wrapping up by planning an experiential or service learning initiative (participants may receive up to 15 volunteer hours toward their Community Involvement requirement)
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How to Find - Help if You Witness or Suspect Human Trafficking or Sexual Exploitation
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If you witness or suspect someone is a victim of human trafficking or sexual exploitation or if a victim comes to you there are agencies in Halton Region that offer help and support services:
Reporting to Police
- Halton Regional Police Service -- call 905-825-4777 and ask for the on-duty Vice unit officer
- Crime Stoppers of Halton -- 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS)
Crisis Support & Counselling
- SAVIS Crisis Line -- 24/7 Crisis line: 905-875-15555
- SAVIS Anti-Human Trafficking Services -- 24/7 Human Trafficking Crisis Support Line 905-483-0472
- Chrysalis Anti-Human Trafficking Network -- 1-866-528-7109 for 24/7 telephone counselling
- Distress Centre Halton -- 24/7 Crisis line Oakville 905-849-4541, Burlington 905-681-1488, North Halton 905-877-1211
- COAST (Crisis Outreach and Support Team) -- 24/7 Crisis line 1-877-825-9011
- Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline -- 1-833-900-1010
Peer Accompaniment or Mobile Support Workers
- SAVIS (Sexual Assault & Violence Intervention Services of Halton) -- 905-483-0472
- Elizabeth Fry Society of Peel Halton -- 905-459-1315 or 905-624-1755
Emergency Shelter and Practical Assistance
- Halton Women's Place -- 905-878-8555 (north Halton), 905-332-7892 (south Halton)
- Salvation Army Lighthouse Emergency Shelter -- 905-339-2918
- Halton Regional Police Service - Victim Services -- 905-825-4777 ext 5239
Health Care Support (sexual assault or abuse) Hospital Emergency Rooms:
- Georgetown Hospital -- 905-873-0111
- Joseph Brant Hospital -- 905-632-3737
- Milton District Hospital -- 905-878-2383
- Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital -- 905-845-2571
- Nina's Place, Regional Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Care Centre, Joseph Brant Hospital -- 905-336-4116
Support for people younger than 18 or have dependents younger than 18
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A free legal clinic with volunteer lawyers from across Halton Region, on a rotating schedule, in the following areas:
- family law
- immigration law
- criminal law
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Mental health advocate
- for women struggling with depression, anxiety or other undiagnosed mental health challenges and are in need of mental health supports
Drop-in support
- open to all women who may be going through a difficult time and are facing challenges in their everyday life
- peer supporters provide one-on-one support by phone, email or in person
Abuse/crisis counselling
- one-on-one counselling for women dealing with the effects of abuse
- women will receive emotional support and guidance throughout the healing process with a focus on concrete plans for future safety
Life skills coaching
- women dealing with low self-esteem can receive up to eight personalized life coaching sessions
- learn skills to find empowerment and boost self-esteem
Legal Advice
- volunteer lawyers provide a free half hour legal advice session
Income tax clinic
- tax preparation for low income women that includes advice on rebates and benefits including the Canada Child Tax Benefit and health care benefits
- call or visit for financial eligibility
- clinics run from the end of February to the end of March
Borrow a Laptop
- loaning laptops to women in the Halton region to support their personal and professional development goals, and to make it easier for women to join our workshops
- Drop in or send an email to borrow one from our Technology Lending Library
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- helps low-income pet owners in Ontario by subsidizing the cost of non-elective veterinary care for their sick or injured pets such as surgery (including some dental surgery), hospitalization and diagnostics
- does not cover routine exams, vaccinations, food (including prescription diets), routine spays/neuters and general prophylactic dental care
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Specially trained staff and volunteer crisis responders, who work with HRPS offering crisis intervention, emotional support, practical assistance and community referrals to victims of crime and tragedy throughout Halton Region
Crisis Intervention
- Unit is equipped to respond to crisis situations 24 hours a day, seven days a week, when requested by a police officer
- when called upon, volunteers respond where required and provide immediate assistance to serious incidents involving a broad spectrum of physical/psychological trauma, including:
- sudden death
- homicide and suicide
- assault, including sexual assault
- domestic violence
- elder abuse
- robberies
- motor vehicle collisions
Victim Quick Response Program
- provides quick limited financial assistance to victims of homicide, attempted murder, serious physical assault, domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, criminal harassment, child abuse and hate crime
- for more information, visit OAK0194
Mobile Tracking System
- a GPS tracking device that acts as a personal alarm for individuals identified as at risk of further violence
- places a priority on victims safety and promotes an improved response to victims
Project Lifesaver
- a program that combines radio technology with a coordinated rapid response to help police locate wandering or missing individuals
- for more information, visit OAK9152
Vulnerable Person Registry
- this service allows a family member and/or caregivers of vulnerable persons to submit critical information to Halton Regional Police Service that may be used during an emergency situation
- for more information, visit OAK0076
A Victim Services Unit office is located in each of the Service's four divisions:
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Victim Quick Response Program+ (VQRP+) -- assistance with emergency expenses related to the incident, including home safety, accommodation, meals, transportation, basic necessities, dependent care costs, counselling, traditional indigenous health services, cellular phones, vision care, dental care, aids for victims with disabilities, interpretation services, crime scene cleanup, government/medical documents and funeral expenses
- additional assistance for victims of human trafficking includes storage locker, tattoo removal, and treatment at a recovery facility
- no direct reimbursement to victims for above supports
- financial support also available for victims who sustained serious physical injuries during a crime and for parents of child homicide victims and spouses of homicide victims
A Ministry of the Attorney General funded program delivered by the Victim Services Unit
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Offers a wide range of services and learning opportunities to newcomers to facilitate their settlement and integration into Canada
Participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by Achēv -- see separate entry; childminding and transportation assistance may be available for eligible attendees
Settlement and Integration Services
Participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by Achēv -- see separate entry; childminding and transportation assistance may be available for eligible attendees
Settlement and Integration Services
- orientation, information
- translation and interpretation
- job board, job placement; resume preparation and assistance; interview and job search techniques
- counselling and support for women exposed to family violence
- information and referral
- violence prevention education
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A program supports children's healing from the effects of exposure to abuse and supports mothers to assist their children in this healing process
* 12 week therapy group for mothers and children (4-16 years)
* free program that runs twice per year in Oakville and once per year in Milton and Burlington
* group program provides children, teens and their mothers with safe, nurturing environments in which they can discuss the violence and abuse they have experienced
* separate groups for children, teens and their mothers are offered at the same time
* call for information about dates, times and locations of the programs
* 12 week therapy group for mothers and children (4-16 years)
* free program that runs twice per year in Oakville and once per year in Milton and Burlington
* group program provides children, teens and their mothers with safe, nurturing environments in which they can discuss the violence and abuse they have experienced
* separate groups for children, teens and their mothers are offered at the same time
* call for information about dates, times and locations of the programs
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Offers individual and group counselling for women who have experienced emotional, physical and/or sexual abuse by a partner
* available in-person, by video or phone
Individual counselling:
* individual counselling and therapy services are tailored to meet the specific needs of each woman
* information on abuse, safety planning and community resources is also available
* services are free of charge and offered in Oakville, Burlington, Milton, and Georgetown
Education and support groups:
* eight week group provides an opportunity to decrease isolation and to gain insight into the experience and impact of living with abuse and control
* group is offered frequently, day and evening groups are available
Safety Zone Program
* available in-person, by video or phone
Individual counselling:
* individual counselling and therapy services are tailored to meet the specific needs of each woman
* information on abuse, safety planning and community resources is also available
* services are free of charge and offered in Oakville, Burlington, Milton, and Georgetown
Education and support groups:
* eight week group provides an opportunity to decrease isolation and to gain insight into the experience and impact of living with abuse and control
* group is offered frequently, day and evening groups are available
Safety Zone Program
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Short Description
- workshops and peer support for survivors of childhood sexual abuse
- workshops for family and friends of survivors
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CFSPD Counselling and Support Services (Mississauga)
Office: 905-897-1644Office: 905-450-1608 ext 112
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COVID19 Support available remotely, call 905-450-1608 ext 112; telephone and virtual psychotherapy, emotional support, crisis intervention, safety planning, risk assessment, and information and referrals
Counselling and Support for Individuals, Couples and Families
Counselling, educational programs, and support in dealing with a variety of issues, including relationships and family problems, parenting, depression, anxiety, job loss, separation, divorce and new relationships, sexual abuse and childhood trauma, life transitions
Partner Assault Response
12 week group education and counselling program on domestic violence and non-abusive ways of resolving conflict
Walk-In Counselling Clinics in Brampton and Mississauga (see separate listings)
Partner in Safe Centre of Peel
Coordinated access to services and supports, including system navigation and wraparound services (see separate listing)
Member agency of Support Services Network for Male Survivors in Ontario
Counselling and Support for Individuals, Couples and Families
Counselling, educational programs, and support in dealing with a variety of issues, including relationships and family problems, parenting, depression, anxiety, job loss, separation, divorce and new relationships, sexual abuse and childhood trauma, life transitions
- Violence Against Women Program
- counselling for male survivors of sexual abuse
- social reform, public education and advocacy
Partner Assault Response
12 week group education and counselling program on domestic violence and non-abusive ways of resolving conflict
- support available to victims/partners of offender including safety planning, referrals to community resources, and information on offender's progress
Walk-In Counselling Clinics in Brampton and Mississauga (see separate listings)
Partner in Safe Centre of Peel
Coordinated access to services and supports, including system navigation and wraparound services (see separate listing)
Member agency of Support Services Network for Male Survivors in Ontario
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Halton Children's Aid Society, Burlington Office
1-866-607-5437 (1-866-607-KIDS)Mon-Sun 24 hours 905-333-4441
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Short Description
Services include:
Adoption/Adoption Disclosure
* recruitment, assessment, support, pre- and post-counselling to adoptive parents
* match children and youth with adoptive parents
* provide adoption disclosure information and counselling to adopted persons over 18 years of age and their birth parents
Child Protection
* mandated by the Child, Youth and Family Services Act, 2017 (CYFSA) to protect children from abuse and neglect
* provide emergency after hours service for children and youth who are at risk
Community-based Services
* workers co-located in various community locations, e.g., schools, counselling agencies, the Halton Regional Police Service, to provide protection services to at-risk children and youth
Connecting Youth to the Community
* life skills programs to assist youth in the transition to independent living
Family Support
* assessment and supportive services to parents to maintain children and youth in their homes and when children and youth come into care, which expedites their return home
* supervise access for children, youth and their families, when required
Foster Care
* recruit, train and support resource parents
* match children and youth to appropriate placements
Fundraising
* for programs and services not covered by government funding that help the children and youth served by the Society
Volunteer Programs
* special events volunteers, summer camp volunteers, mentors/special friends, seasonal, Food for Life volunteer, volunteer drivers
For resources, including guidelines on what age a child can be left alone or for babysitting another child, see resources here
There is also a North Halton Office in Milton
Adoption/Adoption Disclosure
* recruitment, assessment, support, pre- and post-counselling to adoptive parents
* match children and youth with adoptive parents
* provide adoption disclosure information and counselling to adopted persons over 18 years of age and their birth parents
Child Protection
* mandated by the Child, Youth and Family Services Act, 2017 (CYFSA) to protect children from abuse and neglect
* provide emergency after hours service for children and youth who are at risk
Community-based Services
* workers co-located in various community locations, e.g., schools, counselling agencies, the Halton Regional Police Service, to provide protection services to at-risk children and youth
Connecting Youth to the Community
* life skills programs to assist youth in the transition to independent living
Family Support
* assessment and supportive services to parents to maintain children and youth in their homes and when children and youth come into care, which expedites their return home
* supervise access for children, youth and their families, when required
Foster Care
* recruit, train and support resource parents
* match children and youth to appropriate placements
Fundraising
* for programs and services not covered by government funding that help the children and youth served by the Society
Volunteer Programs
* special events volunteers, summer camp volunteers, mentors/special friends, seasonal, Food for Life volunteer, volunteer drivers
For resources, including guidelines on what age a child can be left alone or for babysitting another child, see resources here
There is also a North Halton Office in Milton
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A program supports children's healing from the effects of exposure to abuse and supports mothers to assist their children in this healing process
* 12 week therapy group for mothers and children (4-16 years)
* free program that runs twice per year in Oakville and once per year in Milton and Burlington
* group program provides children, teens and their mothers with safe, nurturing environments in which they can discuss the violence and abuse they have experienced
* separate groups for children, teens and their mothers are offered at the same time
* call for information about dates, times and locations of the programs
* 12 week therapy group for mothers and children (4-16 years)
* free program that runs twice per year in Oakville and once per year in Milton and Burlington
* group program provides children, teens and their mothers with safe, nurturing environments in which they can discuss the violence and abuse they have experienced
* separate groups for children, teens and their mothers are offered at the same time
* call for information about dates, times and locations of the programs
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Offers individual and group counselling for women who have experienced emotional, physical and/or sexual abuse by a partner
* available in-person, by video or phone
Individual counselling:
* individual counselling and therapy services are tailored to meet the specific needs of each woman
* information on abuse, safety planning and community resources is also available
* services are free of charge and offered in Oakville, Burlington, Milton, and Georgetown
Education and support groups:
* eight week group provides an opportunity to decrease isolation and to gain insight into the experience and impact of living with abuse and control
* group is offered frequently, day and evening groups are available
Safety Zone Program
* available in-person, by video or phone
Individual counselling:
* individual counselling and therapy services are tailored to meet the specific needs of each woman
* information on abuse, safety planning and community resources is also available
* services are free of charge and offered in Oakville, Burlington, Milton, and Georgetown
Education and support groups:
* eight week group provides an opportunity to decrease isolation and to gain insight into the experience and impact of living with abuse and control
* group is offered frequently, day and evening groups are available
Safety Zone Program
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Major services:
Counselling
* individual, couples, family and group treatment
* individual counselling for survivors of sexual abuse
Client Advocacy
* assistance to cope successfully within the system
Employee assistance services
* improving employee welfare and productivity, trauma intervention, management, consulting
Grief Counselling
Service for Abused Women
* individual and group counselling
* group counselling for children
Other Locations:
North Halton
Milton
Burlington Head Office
Counselling
* individual, couples, family and group treatment
* individual counselling for survivors of sexual abuse
Client Advocacy
* assistance to cope successfully within the system
Employee assistance services
* improving employee welfare and productivity, trauma intervention, management, consulting
Grief Counselling
Service for Abused Women
* individual and group counselling
* group counselling for children
Other Locations:
North Halton
Milton
Burlington Head Office
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Services include:
- shelter for lost, injured, or abandoned animals and a lost and found service to reunite lost pets with their owners
- program for permanent adoption of unclaimed animals from the shelter
- a foster program for temporary care of animals with special needs
- issuing of annual dog licences for the Town of Oakville (licences must be obtained within 7 days of becoming a dog owner)
- Animal Control Services that involve the enforcement of municipal pet bylaws in Oakville only
- barking complaints are handled by the Town By-law department
- counseling and assistance, when possible, in dealing with wildlife queries and problems, resource library on wildlife is available
- educational programs for children
- cremation services for deceased pets
- Pet Food Bank
Violence Prevention Program:
- to help people who find themselves in abusive situations
- if a person is being abused and decides to leave, but doesn't have a place for their animals, the Shelter will take them on a short-term basis while the person is relocating
Families in Transition Program
- provides vulnerable at-risk and homeless families with pet sheltering assistance
- addresses the needs of those families who are in transition by providing temporary foster care, boarding, crating assistance, medical care, materials and food for pets
- temporary safe care for the pets, or other assistance ensures the family unit can be kept together
- for further information contact Customer Care Manager at ccmanager@omhs.ca
Barkin' Bin Thrift Store
- a thrift store accepting gently used household items for resale and 100% of all proceeds goes to support the animals at OMHS
- more details here
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COVID-19 -- maintain all essential services including supportive housing, assisted living, home care, transportation for essential visits, providing hot meals, frozen meals and food hampers to seniors and people needing isolation
Adult Day Program -- Monday-Friday 9:30 am-3:30 pm, weekday extended hours, Saturday 10 am-3 pm, available in Scarborough and Richmond Hill
Geriatric Assessment & Intervention Network (GAIN) Community Team -- wrap around supported care and services with individualized comprehensive geriatric assessment, intensive case management, personalized care plan, service navigation
Home care services -- home help, homemaking, respite care, palliative care -- fee
Personal Care Program -- for seniors living in the community requiring higher level of care, care coordination, scheduled and unscheduled personal support workers' visit, security check
Integrated Dialysis Care Program -- Registered Nurses and Registered Practical Nurses visit home peritoneal dialysis patients at their home, health maintenance, nutritional counselling
Wellness and Social Program -- social, recreational and educational programs for persons 50 years and older, drop-in centre, friendship groups, interest classes, outings
- Transitional Care Centre -- regular service, visits (in person for family and caregiver with appointment)
- also available via phone/virtually telephone reassurance, supportive counselling and service coordination
- Family Health Organization, GAIN Community Team
- Adult Day Program -- in person and virtual care
- Diabetes Education Program -- assessment, consultation, group education
- Wellness and Community Development Program -- in person and virtual platform
- Vocational Training Centre -- in person and virtual platform
Adult Day Program -- Monday-Friday 9:30 am-3:30 pm, weekday extended hours, Saturday 10 am-3 pm, available in Scarborough and Richmond Hill
- for persons 55 years and older with special needs, such as physical frailty or mild memory impairment, in need of supervised, structured setting
- social and recreation activities, lunch, snack, personal care and health related services -- exercise, foot care, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, massage therapy
- transportation available
- public education, seminars, workshops, information and referral
- individual counselling with nurse, dietitian and social worker
- health and education workshops, seminars
- caregiver education and support, information and referral
- workshop licensed by Self-Management Resource Centre
- caregiver support, volunteer development
- congregate dining -- fee, subsidies available
- transportation -- fee
- referrals, follow up
Geriatric Assessment & Intervention Network (GAIN) Community Team -- wrap around supported care and services with individualized comprehensive geriatric assessment, intensive case management, personalized care plan, service navigation
Home care services -- home help, homemaking, respite care, palliative care -- fee
Personal Care Program -- for seniors living in the community requiring higher level of care, care coordination, scheduled and unscheduled personal support workers' visit, security check
Integrated Dialysis Care Program -- Registered Nurses and Registered Practical Nurses visit home peritoneal dialysis patients at their home, health maintenance, nutritional counselling
Wellness and Social Program -- social, recreational and educational programs for persons 50 years and older, drop-in centre, friendship groups, interest classes, outings
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South Oakville Centre (formerly Hopedale Mall); 1515 Rebecca St, Suite 229
Oakville, ON, L6L 5G8 (18km)
Oakville, ON, L6L 5G8 (18km)
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Short Description
Mental health advocate
- for women struggling with depression, anxiety or other undiagnosed mental health challenges and are in need of mental health supports
Drop-in support
- open to all women who may be going through a difficult time and are facing challenges in their everyday life
- peer supporters provide one-on-one support by phone, email or in person
Abuse/crisis counselling
- one-on-one counselling for women dealing with the effects of abuse
- women will receive emotional support and guidance throughout the healing process with a focus on concrete plans for future safety
Life skills coaching
- women dealing with low self-esteem can receive up to eight personalized life coaching sessions
- learn skills to find empowerment and boost self-esteem
Legal Advice
- volunteer lawyers provide a free half hour legal advice session
Income tax clinic
- tax preparation for low income women that includes advice on rebates and benefits including the Canada Child Tax Benefit and health care benefits
- call or visit for financial eligibility
- clinics run from the end of February to the end of March
Borrow a Laptop
- loaning laptops to women in the Halton region to support their personal and professional development goals, and to make it easier for women to join our workshops
- Drop in or send an email to borrow one from our Technology Lending Library
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