Optimism Place Women's Shelter and Support Services

Emergency shelter, housing support, counselling and support to abused women and their children * weekly support groups, legal advocacy and community outreach

Transition and Outreach Support Programs - Supports women to help them move toward a safe and independent life * based on personal choices * email joanne@optimismplace.com

Early Intervention - Group Support For Moms And Kids - Mothers and children attend separate groups at the same time * children see their mothers involved as key players whose knowledge and experience help guide the process of recovery * email sally @optimismplace.com 

Healthy Relationships - 519-271-5310 ext 24 - Support for women affected by the sexual, physical or emotional abuse of one partner by the other in a dating relationship where the couple is not living together * email transition@optimismplace.com

Legal Advocacy - Legal advocate will help women through the legal system * will accompany women to legal appointments, the police and provide court accompaniment * support and education to keep women informed of their rights * email transition@optimismplace.com

Services for Older Women - Support for women of an older generation offering services geared to the needs of older women including a fully accessible building, managing medications, assistance with financial matters, finding a long-term place to live and organizing health care services

Family Court Support - Legal advocate to help guide women through family or criminal court, dealing with custody, access and support issues or acting as witness in a criminal case  * email transition@optimismplace.com