Abuse / Neglect - Crisis Intervention
BC Society of Transition Houses
The BC Society of Transition Houses is a member-based, provincial umbrella organization that, through leadership, support and collaboration, enhances the continuum of services and strategies to respond to, prevent and end violence against women, children and youth.more info
Community Based Victim Services
• Provides practical and emotional support that assists victims of family/sexual violence including men, women and children (with or without police involvement).
• Criminal Court orientation and accompaniment.
• Safety planning and critical incident response.
• Education and public awareness.
• Family Court information.
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Transition House
24 hour access to food, shelter and clothing for women with or without children who are fleeing an abusive situation. This abuse can be a partner, landlord, family member or stranger. No referral restrictions. Clients can be self-referred, agency referred, family referred, etc… Each case is assessed for suitability by trained staff.
• Non-judgemental support and referral in a confidential setting for resident and non -resident clients.
• 24 hour crisis line.
• Transportation can be arranged to Transition House if necessary.
• Facilities are wheelchair accessible and has a separate space for seniors.
• Communal living situation with shared kitchen and common areas.
• Access to free clothing, household items, toys, blankets, baby items etc…for resident and non-resident clients.
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