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Record #:
PER0441
Last Modified:
29 May 2025
Last Full Update:
12 Apr 2024
Description
| Description (Service) | Emergency Shelter for women with or without children who have experienced domestic violence or sexual assault. There are 17 bedrooms available. All food, linens, hygiene supplies, clothing and other needed items are provided. Services include counselling and support, transportation to shelter, safety planning and risk assessment, information and referrals, services for children and adolescents. A large backyard and playroom are available for children. Multiple living rooms, dining areas and kitchens are available for resident use. |
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 | Contact for information |
| Languages | Other - An interpreter will be brought in as required |
| Fees | None |
Address and Location
| Located In Community | Stratford |
| Address & Map | 270 Freeland Dr Stratford, ON Canada N4Z 1G8 |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
Contact Information
| Office Phone | 519-271-5310 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-800-265-8598 |
| Crisis Phone | 519-271-5550, 24 Hours, Sexual Assault |
| hannah@optimismplace.com | |
| Website | www.optimismplace.com/ |
| Social Media |  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OptimismPlaceWomensShelter |
| Primary Contact | Hannah Skinner, Residential Manager; Phone: 519-271-5310; Email: hannah@optimismplace.com |