All Domestic Violence

Sexual Assault Centre (Women in Crisis 24 hour Helpline) provides counseling and supports to women over 16 who have experienced sexual violence. Referrals to Marianne’s place, long-term counseling, assistance with life issues. Advocacy and support for court proceedings, documentation of abuse, safety planning, interpreters, etc. 24 Hour Crisis Line: 519-836-5710 or 1-800-265-7233 Read more...

Native Women’s Shelter offers emergency shelter; transitional housing; abuse help and education for women and youth; community counselling; and discharge planning for Native offenders leaving Hamilton-Wentworth Detention Centre. Visit their website to learn more. Read more...

Mission services offers an emergency shelter for men, shelter for women and children (Inasmuch House), a resource hub for women (Willows Place), food and hygiene supplies, addictions services and after school support for youth. Visit the website to learn more. Read more...

Martha House is a secure and accessible, 40-bed emergency shelter for women and their children who are homeless and fleeing violence and abuse. They offer programs & Services; safe, short-term accommodation for women and their children in private family-style units, safety planning and emergency transportation to the shelter. If needed, they may provide referrals and advocacy for legal, medical, financial, Read more...

Womankind Addiction Services provides crisis support to women and their families, withdrawal management supportive housing day and residential treatment. Requires referral and or assessment, Some services have fees and may require a health card. Read more...

Interval House offers emergency shelter and housing for women fleeing domestic abuse in the Hamilton area. They also offer a crisis line (905-387-8881) available 24/7; safety planning and threat assessment; counselling programs; information related to financial stability and employment; legal support referrals; and community referrals. Visit their website for more information. Read more...

SACHA offers sexual assault services to anyone who has been saxually assaulted. They offer a 24 hour sexual assault hotline for all genders which can provide information, resources and help exploring options. Their service is non-judgemental and available to all genders, sexual orientations, ages, races and ethnicities. Read more...

Elizabeth Fry Society may provide assistance in attaining housing; provide supports for mental health; and provide educational opportunities to improve literacy. They may also provide referrals to community organization offering food and meals, and legal support. Read more...

Cambridge Youth Sexual Health Clinic offers counselling, treatment for STI’s, birth control information, sexual assault counselling, pregnancy testing, healthy relationships, and general sexual health information. Free condoms and needle exchange available. Located inside the YMCA. Visit their website for more information. Read more...

Guelph & Wellington Treatment Centre for Sexual Assault offers physical examinations, emotional support, counseling, nursing, and referrals. Read more...