We provide a safe haven Transition House for women and children leaving an abusive situation. Staff is available 24 hours a day and you have access to all basic necessities while in the safe home. Crisis counseling is offered as well as education on the dynamics of family violence and alternatives. Assistance in accessing medical, legal, financial and social assistance is offered and Women's Violence Counseling Services is offered in Vanderhoof, Fraser Lake and Fort St. James.

(Separate location from the Transition House)

• We provide a Stopping the Violence Counseling Program for women living in and near the communities Vanderhoof, Fraser Lake, and Ft. St. James, who have experienced sexual assault, violence in relationships, or childhood abuse or violence and who:
• are 19 years of age or older; or - where no other services are available, are leading an adult life style and are under 19 years of age;
• We provide both individual and group counseling;
• strictly maintain client confidentiality; - respect a woman's right to determine her own choices in her own way, and in her own time;
• believe that the safety of women and children is more important than keeping families together;
• will utilize knowledge:
  1. of power imbalances in our society that lead to women being exposed to abuse or violence;
  2. of the impact and dynamics of abuse/violence; and
  3. that perpetrators are responsible for their actions;
• liaise with and make referrals to other local agencies providing related services, such as children who witness abuse, family therapist, art and play therapist, victim assistance programs, alcohol and drug programs, school counselors, and health centres.

• A Child Care Worker.
• Individual children's intake process to aid in understanding each child's needs.
• Teaching of nonviolent ways to behave.
• Stability through regular routines and care. Networking with the child's school and assistance with studies.
• Crisis counseling and supportive play while in safe home.
• Recreational activities, field trips and special events.
• Referral to Child/Adolescent Violence Counseling services. .