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Program:
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Y's Wish Shelter and 24/hour Crisis Line
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Phone Numbers:
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905-576-6743
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Toll-Free:
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1-888-576-2997
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Crisis:
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905-576-2997
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Fax:
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905-576-0816
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Address:
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33 McGrigor St
Oshawa, ON
L1H 1X8
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Accessibility Notes:
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Ramp at entrance.
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Hours:
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Daily 24 hours
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Public Contacts:
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Stephanie Layng - Executive Administrative Assistant
905-576-6356 ext 102 * sl@ywcadurham.org
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Service Description:
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Y's WISH Shelter - 15 bed shelter providing safety, security and support for women and their children who are leaving abusive relationships. Meals, clothing and basic necessities are provided free of charge * services include:- short term crisis counselling
- safety planning for women and children
- access to community agencies including housing, social services, legal aid
- in-house women's groups
- individual and group counselling for women and children
- information, referrals and advocacy
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Fees:
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No fees
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Application:
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Women and children fleeing abusive relationships
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Languages:
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English, Spanish, Italian, French, Greek, Russian and American Sign Language
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Language Notes:
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French interpretation available upon request
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Area Served:
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Durham Region
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Last Updated:
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11/20/2024
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=222857
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