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Greek Orthodox Family Services and Counselling, VAW Program - Toronto - Scarborough Branch - Greek Orthodox Family Services and Counselling, VAW Program, Scarborough Office

Greek Orthodox Family Services and Counselling, VAW Program - Toronto - Scarborough Branch - Greek Orthodox Family Services and Counselling, VAW Program, Scarborough Office

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c/o c/o Kathy Tsagopoulos
St Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, 3840 Finch Ave E Basement
Toronto, ON
M1T 3T4
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416-291-5229
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Fax: 416-291-5358
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Mon-Fri 10 am-4 pm; call for appointment
Last updated: Nov 14, 2024: Suggest an edit

Application

Call for appointment

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Priority to cases of domestic violence and victims of abuse; also seniors and newcomers

Fees

None

Contacts

Kathy - Counsellor

Languages

English ; Greek

Area(s) Served

Toronto (Scarborough), Peel Region and York Region

Accessibility Note

Fully accessible - Designated parking at entrance ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance - office in basement ; Easy access to elevator

Description of Services:

Culturally sensitive counselling and advocacy

Violence Against Women (VAW) Program
  • counselling for women in an abusive relationship and for children who witness acts of violence
  • safety planning for protection while in transition
  • crisis intervention, advocacy, and legal referrals
  • interpretation, information and referral
  • assistance for stress and depression related to separation from the familial surroundings, lack of adequate finances, physical and mental health issues, and support services and housing assistance within the Greek community
  • counselling to develop the life skills of self-confidence and courage, parenting guidance, encouragement for further education
  • referral to counselling groups for abusive men
  • preventive community education, and public awareness as to the social and criminal consequences of domestic violence
Counselling -- to improve family relationships, parenting or children's education; referrals for anger management

Newcomers -- referrals for housing, employment, language training and settlement

Division of Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Canada
Last updated: Nov 14, 2024: Suggest an edit
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