"I can not change yesterday I can only make the most of today And look with hope for tomorrow." |
Fireweed Safe Haven |
You have the right to be safe |
What is a Fireweed Safe Haven? |
- Fireweed Safe Haven is for women and their children, seeking safety from violence and abuse. - Safe and Confidential - To access the Fireweed Safe Haven you must call this number 996 8000 - There is practical and emotional support - You can access information about other resources available - You can take time to get information and make decisions - Assistance on developing safety plans. |
Emergency Number 996 8000 |
- Women, with or without children, who need a safe place from violence and abuse. - Women who need a safe place from different kinds of abuse including: Physical, Sexual, Emotional/Verbal, Social, enviromental, or financial abuse. - Women from all classes, sexual orientation, social, and cultural background. |
Who can go? |
What should I bring? |
How do I get there? |
IF YOU CAN - Take your children with you when you leave - Important papers and cards (Custody paper, restraining orders or any legal documents, SIN number, medical cards, Drivers License, Bank Cards, Birth Certificate, Status Cards, ..... - Any medication for yourself or your children - Keys (House Keys, Cars, ....) - Purse - Clothing or overnight items - Personals or baby items - Money or small changes for taxis or phone calls. |
- REFER YOURSELF, the Safe Haven Staffs and Volunteers will want to speak to you directly so you can let them know what you need. - Someone who wants to help (a friend, family, co-worker, social worker, RCMP, Doctors .......) may suggest for you to call us... But it is always up to you! - Call (250) 996 8000 to access to the Safe Haven or call for information about resources and referrals. - All calls are confidential. |
For Those Who Believe All is Possible There are no miracles for those Who doubts their possibilities............. But for those who believe - Truely believe.. ALL IS POSSIBLE Whatever you may have believed; Whatever you may have done; And whatever you may be in your life - It's not too late to change course And begin new. A fresh start, a bright future And the wonderful peace that passes All understanding, Are yours for the taking, NOW and FOREVER MORE!! |
Mailing Address: P. O Box 16 Fort St. James, BC V0J 1P0 Member of the Fireweed Collective Society |
Created by Staff 2004-2005 |
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