250.542.1122 Transition House. Help is available 24/7 (Including Holidays)

Stopping the
Violence Women’s
Counselling

For women leaving or living with abuse

250-558-0334

Vernon

250-540-0127

Armstrong/Enderby

Our counsellors provide free and confidential counselling services, in a safe environment, to women who have or are experiencing violence or abuse.

We provide support and information while focusing on your needs and safety.

What is Abuse?

Physical abuse includes:

  • Pushing, shaking, shoving
  • Hitting, kicking
  • Choking, restraining
  • Deprivation of food, sleep
  • Forced/unwanted sex
  • Stalking, harassment
  • Throwing objects
  • Using weapons
  • Threats to harm you, your children, family, pets or possessions

Other forms of abuse:

  • Name calling
  • Jealousy
  • Controlling money
  • Keeping you from work
  • Manipulation
  • Mind games
  • Isolating you from friends, family or support services

You are not responsible for your partner’s violence.

We can help you take steps towards safety. Call us to speak with someone about your situation.

    Archway Society for Domestic Peace

    Community Programs & Administration Office

    250-558-3850
    250-558-3856 (fax)

    2400 46th Avenue
    Vernon, BC  V1T 9N5

    We acknowledge that our workplace is within the northern part of the unceded Okanagan First Nation Territory and that many descendants of the Suqnaquinx (Suk‑anok‑can) still live here.

    Transition
    House

     

    HELP IS AVAILABLE 24/7 INCLUDING HOLIDAYS

    250-542-1122