Optimism Place Women's Shelter and Support Services
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: PER0026 | Last Modified: 03 Nov 2020 | Last Full Update: 04 Mar 2020 |
| Description | |
|---|---|
| Description (Service) | COVID19 During COVID19 continuing to operate and assess referrals on a case-by-case basis . Non-essential guests and service providers not permitted in shelter. To access services or respite there is an email for victims that is monitored during business hours HERE. 24 hour crisis line continuing to operate 13 bed Emergency Shelter for women with or without children who have experienced domestic violence or sexual assault * services include crisis counselling and support, transportation to shelter * information and referrals * weekly support groups * services for children and adolescents * community outreach including an office in North Perth * Assistance in completing social housing applications and advocacy in navigating criminal and family court matters You do not have to be residing in shelter to receive services * All services confidential and no-cost |
| Service Details | |
| Hours | Mon-Sun 24 hours |
| Areas Served | Perth County |
| Eligibility | Ages: 16 year(s) and up Abused women and their children * Victims of sexual assault or women experiencing homelessness are invited to call for assistance or referrals. |
| Application | Call for information |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | None |
| Address and Location | |
| Located In Community | Stratford |
| Address & Map | |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | 519-271-5310 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-800-265-8598 |
| Crisis Phone | 24 Hours: 519-271-5550 * 24 Hour Sexual Assault: 519-271-5550 |
| Fax | 519-271-5313 |
| director@optimismplace.com | |
| Website | www.optimismplace.com |
| Primary Contact | Jasmine Clark, Executive Director; Phone: ext 112; Email: director@optimismplace.com |
| Alternate Contact | Alicia Houston, Residential Manager; Phone: ext 113 |
| Volunteer Coordinator | Alicia Houston, Residential Manager; Phone: ext 113; Email: residential@optimismplace.com |
| Primary Executive | Jasmine Clark, Executive Director; Email: director@optimismplace.com |