Support Groups

Connect with others experiencing similar situations

All our services are free and confidential. For further information regarding groups, please contact us.

Restore You

women, men, and gender diverse people
12-week SUPPORT GROUP (IN-PERSON)

Time to face the demons, manage our trauma, and become our best selves.

We understand that due to self-preservation and protective strategies, we are seldom consciously aware of the harm we may cause to ourselves and others. Join us for a transformational program and restorative practice with an in-person group, focused on self-awareness, strategies and so much more.

The goal is to facilitate self-awareness in a way that allows us to retain our dignity while being accountable for our life circumstances. The program acknowledges that we have all, at certain times in our lives, been the doers and receivers of harm and are seldom consciously aware that our self-preservation and protective strategies may cause harm to others.

Registration now CLOSED for January. Updates for next session date coming shortly.

Childcare will be offered to those in need.

This program is brought to you by the Ontario Trillium Foundation

Enroll in Restore You

Spill the Tea

ADULT MONTHLY SUPPORT GROUP (Virtual)

Guest speakers from other local agencies discuss programming, support and Q&A

Spill the Tea is an information-based group. This group is open to past and present clients, service providers and to anyone seeking further support. Each month we will have a different topic pertaining to tenant advice, and financial and housing issues.

Next Session: Why are Resume’s Important with Goodwill Career Centre
April 18th, at 1 pm on ZOOM - enroll below to get the zoom link!

Enroll in Spill the Tea

ADULT Weekly SUPPORT GROUP (In-Person)

Our engaging life skills program designed for ages 16+

Each month, we delve into a different theme to empower you with valuable insights and tools.

Upcoming Theme: Who Am I

In-Person Sessions: Starting Thursday, February 29th, and continuing throughout March 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Potential Childcare Offered

You do not need to be in shelter to join this group!

Empowering You

Enroll in Empowering You

Women’s Support Group

Adult 7-week support group

Connect with other women who have experienced abuse in their relationship

The group gives women an opportunity to share their stories in a safe, supportive and confidential environment. Group members are made aware of different tactics of control, the cycle of violence, and warning signs of abuse. They also learn how to regain their self-esteem, how to set boundaries, and how to become assertive. The mutual support and respect of group members help each woman to become empowered to make their own decisions and take control of her life.

Second Session starting April 16th, 2024, 2024, 6:30pm to 8:30pm

Hybrid (online or in-person) No Childcare is offered for this program.

Enroll in Women's Support Group

Learn the foundations of a healthy relationship

The Youth Relationship Program has been restructured to better align with the evolving
needs of our community.

Continue to provide a 10-week healthy relationship program, now in collaboration with community partners
Now offering a summarized (2-3 hour) Healthy Relationship workshop and 1-hour Healthy Relationships presentation
Also offering 3, 2-hour workshops with topics of “Types of Abuse and Characteristics of an Abuser”, “Risk Assessment and Safety Planning” and “Healthy Relationships and Communication

Students will learn:

to define different aspects of healthy relationships
assertiveness skills for handling dating pressure
to define woman abuse
about their rights and responsibilities in dating relationships
about community resources, and much more

Healthy Relationships

We're committed to making sure that everyone who needs our services can access them without barriers, and we strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all.
All women, with or without dependents, who experience violence and/or abuse will be provided access to emergency shelter services, regardless of their ability, race, sexual orientation, political or religious beliefs, ethno-cultural background, First Nation, Métis, or whether they identify as two-spirited, cisgender or transgender women.
Services in English or French. Other languages or interpreters available upon request.