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Program:
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Emergency Shelter
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Phone Numbers:
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705-476-2429
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TTY:
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705-476-9503
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Crisis:
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705-476-2429
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Fax:
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705-494-7737
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Address:
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547 John St
North Bay, ON
P1B 2M9
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Intersection:
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John St and 1st Ave E
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Daily 24 hours
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Executives:
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Janine Lafreniere - Executive Director
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Service Description:
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Provides a 20 bed shelter that provides a safe and supportive environment for women 16 years of age and older and their children fleeing abuse * services offered:
- free, safe shelter that is non-judgmental and supportive for a period up to 6 weeks
- crisis and support counselling for both resident and non-resident women
- telephone counselling
- community referrals and information
- advocacy with community agencies
- accompaniments
- emergency transportation specific to getting you to safety
- support for the children involved, including non-therapeutic counselling
- safety planning
- education
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Fees:
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Free
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Application:
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No referral required
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Women 16 years of age and older and their children
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Languages:
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English
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Language Notes:
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French reception, programs, publications, and website * French interpretation available upon request
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Area Served:
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North Bay and area
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Last Updated:
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12/20/2024
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=159510
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