Crossroads
Shelter
We
provide emergency shelter services for women and their children
who are leaving an abusive situation.
24 Hour Crisis Line: 1-800-461-7656
If you call the Crisis Line, this number will not appear on your
telephone bill or on your call display. We will not know where you are
calling from unless you tell us.
(705) 743-4135 - Call if:
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You want to talk to a counsellor anytime of the day
or night
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You have
questions or would like to talk to someone about your
options, even if you aren't planning to stay at
Crossroads Shelter
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You want immediate support and assistance to deal
with a dangerous situation
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You feel that you and your children are ready to
leave and wish to go to a safe place
Crossroads Shelter counsellors are available 24 hours a day.
Crossroads Shelter Services
Include:
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Secure Emergency Shelter for women and children
fleeing abuse of any kind (whether physical, emotional,
sexual or financial) 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
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Confidential 24 hour crisis and supportive assistance by
telephone or in person at the shelter
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Free emergency transportation to the shelter
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Food, clothing and basic personal necessities
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Help finding community resources and supports
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Legal and court support and information about your rights
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Assistance with Special Priority for rent geared to income
housing
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Language interpretation can be arranged with notice
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Crossroads Shelter is wheelchair accessible
Crossroads Shelter Wellbeing Programs:
Nutritional Wellbeing
Provides mentoring and teaching about healthy food
preparation on a budget, cooking for specific health
conditions, and ensures the preparation of healthy food for
shelter residents.
Women's Wellbeing
Includes group discussions, workshops and activities on
topics of interest to women. Each woman is offered the
opportunity to create her own Personal Wellbeing Plan.
Family Wellbeing
Offers recreational and expressive art activities for
families.
Frequently Asked Questions about Crossroads
Shelter
Crossroads Shelter Client Satisfaction
Survey
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