Additional Resources
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IF YOU’RE IN IMMEDIATE DANGER CALL 911
Domestic Violence Crisis Support 24/7
Gillian’s Place (North & West Niagara)
Call/Text 905-684-8331
Women’s Place of South Niagara
Nova House (Niagara Falls) – 905-356-5800
Femmes victimes de violence
1-877-336-2433 Fem’aide
Niagara Sexual Assault Centre
905-682-4584
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
To View a Complete list of Niagara Resources, Click Here.
- Domestic Violence is a Crime
- Domestic Violence Links and Contact Information for Other Community Agencies
- Safety Concerns Brochure
Niagara Women Abuse Screening Project- Asking Woman about Abuse, Addictions and Mental Health: A Guide for Professionals to Respond to Dis-closures
| Agency | Phone Numbers | Web Link |
|---|---|---|
| National Clearinghouse on Family Violence | http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/ncfv-cnivf/index-eng.php | |
| Ministry of Community & Social Services | www.mcss.gov.on.ca | |
| Niagara Regional Police Domestic Violence Resources | http://www.niagarapolice.ca/en/whatwedo/domesticviolence.asp | |
| The DVU also investigates all incidents of physical abuse of our seniors, commonly referred to as Elder Abuse. This may consist of abuse or neglect of a senior who is residing in a care facility or their own residence and may be perpetrated by a family member, caregiver or other person. Members of the DVU are highly trained in the area of Domestic Violence Investigations, Interviewing, Major Case Management, ODARA – Ontario Domestic Violence Assault Risk Assessment, and Search Warrants. For further information on the DVU you can contact the Supervisor at (905) 688-4111 Ext. 5611. | ||
| Victim Services Niagara | 905-688-4111 ext.5084 | http://victimservicesniagara.on.ca/ |
| Ask about additional supports such as: S/P – Safety Planning – personal safety plan is developed by client and staff/volunteer Application process for S/L and MTERS to meet specific criteria outlined by Victim Services Niagara | ||
| Victim Witness Assistance Program (VWAP) – | St. Catharines – 905 685-2671 Welland – 905 735-4326 | http://victimservicesniagara.on.ca/ |
| Senior Safety Line | 1-866-299-1011 | http://www.onpea.org/ |
| Other language supports (not available 24/7) Interpreters Niagara-Hamilton | 905-682-1900 Ext 218 | http://www.informationniagara.com/interpreters-niagarahamilton/ |
| Canadian Women’s Foundation | http://www.canadianwomen.org/facts-about-violence | |
| The Recovery Village Columbus | Substance Abuse and Domestic Violence: A Volatile Mix | |
National Clearinghouse on Family Violence
http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/ncfv-cnivf/index-eng.php
Ministry of Community & Social Services
www.mcss.gov.on.ca
Niagara Regional Police Domestic Violence Resources
http://www.niagarapolice.ca/en/whatwedo/domesticviolence.asp
The DVU also investigates all incidents of physical abuse of our seniors, commonly referred to as Elder Abuse. This may consist of abuse or neglect of a senior who is residing in a care facility or their own residence and may be perpetrated by a family member, caregiver or other person.
Members of the DVU are highly trained in the area of Domestic Violence Investigations, Interviewing, Major Case Management, ODARA – Ontario Domestic Violence Assault Risk Assessment, and Search Warrants. For further information on the DVU you can contact the Supervisor at (905) 688-4111 Ext. 5611.
Victim Services Niagara
905-688-4111 ext.5084
http://victimservicesniagara.on.ca/
Ask about additional supports such as:
S/P – Safety Planning – personal safety plan is developed by client and staff/volunteer
S/L – SupportLink – a cell-phone pre-programmed to dial 911
MTERS – Mobile Tracking Emergency Response System – (former DVERS program) a personal alarm system
Application process for S/L and MTERS to meet specific criteria outlined by Victim Services Niagara
Victim Witness Assistance Program (VWAP) –
St. Catharines – 905 685-2671
Welland – 905 735-4326
http://victimservicesniagara.on.ca/
Senior Safety Line
1-866-299-1011
http://www.onpea.org/
Other language supports (not available 24/7)
Interpreters Niagara-Hamilton
905-682-1900 Ext 218
http://www.informationniagara.com/interpreters-niagarahamilton/
Canadian Women’s Foundation
http://www.canadianwomen.org/facts-about-violence
The Recovery Village Columbus, Substance Abuse and Domestic Violence: A Volatile Mix