Women who have been or are being abused and their children
Fees
Free
Executives
Jasmine Clark - Executive Director 519-271-5310 ext 112 * jasmine@optimismplace.com
Languages
English
Area(s) Served
Stratford and Perth County
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Description of 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
About Us
Perth County’s only women’s shelter. Since 1983, we’ve been a safe refuge for women and children experiencing domestic abuse. We also offer a range of programs and services to support the challenging journey towards safe and independent lives.