Women's Crisis Services of Waterloo Region

Haven House Safe Steps


Description
Safe steps is a 6- week foundational program for mothers where there has been domestic violence in the home. The focus of the program is to provide a good understanding on the impact of violence on children and youth and, learn strategies and tips to support children impacted by the violence. The 6 -week program consists of learning about stages of child development and brain development of children, exploration of children and youth experience of domestic violence, feelings and emotion regulation, boundaries, sexual abuse prevention, safety plans and safety planning with children and, self-esteem and resilience- building tools. Child- focussed activities are discussed with the mothers to support them with engaging their children in the journey of healing from the violence experienced in the home.

Program is offered virtually to mothers only, once a week for 1.5 hours over a period of 6- weeks. A letter of participation and certificate is provided to mothers who complete the program.

Please email [email protected] for more information or to register for the program.
Eligibility
Women and their children

Ages: 16 year(s) and up
Application Process
Email [email protected] for more information or to register for the program.
Toll Free
1-800-410-4482
Office
519-741-9184
Crisis
519-653-2422
Fax
519-653-0902
Web Site
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Email
[email protected]
Languages
English, English, Interpretive Services
Contact
Mary Zilney, Chief Executive Officer
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 519-741-9184 ext 2111
Fees
None
Documents Required
No documents required
Accessibility
Fully Accessible
Topic(s)
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Agency Information
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Copyright
211 Ontario North
Last Updated On
December 6, 2023
Address
10 Acorn Way
Cambridge, ON, N1R 8M5
Cross street: Acorn Way and Elgin St
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Hours of Operation
Please contact for program schedule
Service Area(s)
Waterloo Region