Women

Fresh Start for Women
We’re committed to supporting women who have experienced domestic abuse and sexual violence. This program helps women who have suffered abuse to make a fresh start.
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Services are safe, confidential, and free
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Aims to reduce abuse against women through individual counselling and support groups
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Encourages women to find their voice and build confidence
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Partners with Embrave, a shelter providing transitional housing for women
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Accompanies clients to court, when appropriate, and advocates on their behalf
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Makes referrals to other supporting agencies
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We help over 100 women and dependent children through our program each year
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Funded by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services
Gender Based Violence Prevention Program
We are committed to providing individuals with solace and strategies to cope with intimate partner violence.
- Services are safe, confidential, and free
- Focuses on women, especially trans women and those who have been trafficked
- Based primarily at the Safe Centre of Peel (SCoP), a co-located, integrated and coordinated hub at the Davis Centre, 60 West Drive, Brampton, which addresses the needs of people experiencing family and intimate partner violence.
Contact our Client Service Navigator at 905-455-6789 ext. 125 or email intake@rootscs.org to schedule an appointment or to learn more
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