If you are reading this, you have already taken the first step toward finding help. Shelters offer different levels of support, including information and resources on violence in all its forms, a 24/7 helpline, assistance in creating a safety plan, and temporary housing if you need it.
Interlude is much more than a shelter. In fact, Interlude offers a full range of services to women, whether they are staying in the shelter or not. During the first meeting, a support worker assesses each woman’s needs and offers services that can meet those needs:
Outreach services:
Legal and institutional support:
Housing and stability support:
Employment/Education:
Advocacy and rights support:
Referrals:
Support group:
Join our support group led by specialized counsellors, where you can express yourself and connect with other women who have experienced violence in an intimate relationship.
A safe and welcoming space where you can:
Call us at 1-800-461-1842. We can help you.
In the event that we are unable to meet your needs, we will refer you to the service that will help you.
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Yes. Just like all women who are 16 years old and over, you are welcome to use our services.
Call us at 1-800-461-1842. We can help you.
All our services are free, confidential and offered both in English and in French.
Yes. Just like all women who are 16 years old and over, you are welcome to use our services.
Call us at 1-800-461-1842. We can help you.
Even though your partner never hit you, it is quite possible that you have suffered other forms of violence such as psychological, verbal, sexual, financial or spiritual abuse. You want to talk about it? Call us at 1-800-461-1842. We can help you.
Yes. Just like all women who are 16 years old and over, you are welcome to use our services.
Call us at 1-800-461-1842. We can help you.
At Interlude, we do not make decisions for you. We support you in your efforts, in your reflections.
Call us at 1-800-461-1842. We can help you.
It would be ideal, of course, that a child lives with both his parents. However, witnessing domestic violence has important consequences and effects. Do you want to talk about it? Call us at 613-632-1131/1-800-267-4101. We are here to listen to you.
Many reasons prevent a woman from leaving an abusive partner. Perhaps you're afraid, you may feel overwhelmed, and you worry about your financial situation. Although it is difficult to leave, it is important to realize that violence can escalate and has a cycle and that your safety and your children’s safety may be at risk. Call us at 1-800-267-4101. We can help you.
You do not need to stay in the Emergency shelter to access our services. You can access our Outreach services at any time. You can reach us by calling 1-800-461-1842.
The Outreach Services of Interlude offers you the possibility to meet a counsellor in one of our satellite offices throughout the counties of Prescott-Russell, Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry. The volunteers of the project “Hand in Hand” can provide you with transportation in order for you to go to your appointments. Call us at 1-800-461-1842. We can help you.
Interlude recognizes the importance of accessibility. Call us at 1-800-461-1842 and tell us your needs.
Absolutely. We understand that the journey towards a life free of violence is a long process. Call us at 1-800-461-1842. We can help you.
Yes. Every woman can use our services, regardless of whether she is single, married, with children or without children because we know that no woman is immune from violence. Call us at 1-800-461-1842. We can help you.
Yes. You can use our services whether you live alone, with an abusive partner or another partner. Interlude recognizes that women are more at risk after a separation and that the harassment can go on even after ending an abusive relationship.
Call us at 1-800-461-1842. We can help you.
Of course. You can keep your routine. We will help you to develop of a safety plan, which will enable you to attend to your daily activities.
The length of time is different for each woman. It will be determined according to your needs.
Call us at 1-800-461-1842. We can help you.
Unfortunately, for reasons of health and safety, it will be impossible for you to bring your pet at the shelter. Only one exception: a guide dog!
Absolutely. Our children’s counsellor will help you organize transportation and registration of your child at a new school according to your needs and those of your children.
Shelters provide support to women experiencing all types of violence.
Shelter staff are discreet and professional. Everything you share with them is confidential, and you will never be judged for the situation you are in.
“Women” includes all individuals who identify as women.
Your immigration status does not matter. If you are a woman in Canada and you are experiencing violence, support is available and we are here to help you.
No. The only person who can take such steps is you. Our role is to help you better understand your situation of intimate partner violence and support you in regaining control over your life. We work in full transparency with survivors; we will never do anything without speaking to you about it and obtaining your consent.