Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) Program
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) Program
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANEs) are registered nurses who have completed specialized education and clinical preparation in medical forensic care for patients who have experienced sexual assault or abuse. Delivered through contracted service providers, on-call SANE nurses provide immediate care within seven days of a sexual assault to people who would like supportive care, including medical attention, information about resources, as well as the option to have forensic evidence collected.
CONTACT:
Annapolis Valley, South Shore, Tri-County areas: 1-877-577-SANE (7263)
Halifax/Dartmouth area: 1-902-425-0122
Guysborough, Antigonish, Pictou & Richmond Counties: 1-877-880-SANE (7263)
Sydney and greater Cape Breton areas: 1-844-858-8036
Cumberland, Colchester East Hants and Eastern Shore areas: 1-833-757-SANE (7263)
Nova Scotia Women's Choice Clinic
Nova Scotia Women's Choice Clinic
A surgical abortion and medical abortion clinic based at the Victoria General site of the QEII Health Sciences Centre in Halifax. There is a provincial self-referral line (listed below) for information about accessing medical and surgical abortions at the QEII and other locations across the province. Women can work with the referral line to learn more about accessing services closer to home.
CONTACT:
1276 South Park Street, Halifax
1-833-352-0719
ManTalk
ManTalk
ManTalk is a confidential, emotionally supportive group for male victims of sexual abuse. Meeting on the first and third Wednesday evenings of the month, they are a welcoming and safe space. GBTIQ, African Nova Scotian, Indigenous and other men representing diverse communities are encouraged to join. New members are always welcome!
CONTACT:
1-902-832-1593
thepeoplescounsellingclinic@gmail.com
Provincial Mental Health & Addictions Crisis Line
Provincial Mental Health and Addictions Crisis Line
Also known as “Mobile Crisis Team” in Central Nova Scotia, this line provides crisis intervention for children, youth and adults experiencing a mental health crisis or mental distress. The service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to support callers who present with suicidal thoughts, self-harming thoughts or behaviours, overwhelming anxiety, difficulty coping with distress, psychotic or distorted thinking, depression, substance use difficulties or any other self-identified mental health concerns. The Mobile Crisis Team can make home visits in the Halifax area, please note police will always accompany the team to every home visit.
CONTACT:
Provincial Mental Health and Addictions Crisis Line:
1-902-429-8167
1-888-429-8167 (toll free)Mental Health and Addictions Intake Service:
1-855-922-1122
Nova Scotia Transition & Advocacy for Youth (NSTAY)
Nova Scotia Transition & Advocacy for Youth (NSTAY)
NSTAY is a program which provides exploited/trafficked youth with wraparound support and connects them with the services they need. NSTAY has been developed with a trauma-informed lens and takes a harm-reduction approach. Services include peer support, housing support, court support, employment and education counselling, an emergency transitional housing program for victims of sexual exploitation and human trafficking, and more.
CONTACT:
Halifax Regional Municipality Region
NSTAY@YWCAHalifax.com
Bryony House
Bryony House
Bryony House is a 24-bed shelter for women and children who seek safe and secure refuge from an abusive relationship. They offer a 24-hour crisis line run by their dedicated counsellors, provide individual and/or group supportive counselling, public education, advocacy and referrals.
CONTACT:
Various Halifax Regional Municipality locations
1-902-423-7183 (crisis line)
staff@bryonyhouse.ca
Leeside Transition House
Leeside Transition House
Serving Richmond and Inverness Counties & the Town of Port Hawkesbury, this is a safe shelter for abused women and their children with 24-hour staffing. They offer a 24-hour crisis phone line, support counselling, help in understanding legal & social service systems, a support group & an outreach worker.
CONTACT:
Port Hawkesbury
1-902-625-1990 (crisis line)
director@leesidesociety.ca
Autumn House
Autumn House
Offers shelter services for women and children leaving intimate partner violence, as well as outreach, referral, and counselling supports for women, men, & children. Their line also operates as a 24-hour crisis line for those dealing with abusive relationships. Serves Cumberland County.
CONTACT:
Amherst Area
1-902-667-1200 (crisis line)
info@autumnhouse.ca
Chrysalis House Association
Chrysalis House Association
Offers shelter services and transitional support to women and their children who have experienced or are at risk of experiencing violence and abuse. Services also include a 24-hour crisis line, outreach, resource navigation, and public education sessions. Serves West Hants, Kings, and Annapolis Counties.
CONTACT:
Kentville Area
1-902-679-1922 (crisis line)
bettyk@chrysalishouse.ca
Juniper House
Juniper House
Offers a 15-bed shelter for women and children who have experienced abuse. They offer a 15-bed shelter to women in Yarmouth, Digby and Shelburne Counties. Additional services include a 24-hour crisis line, supportive counselling, programming, advocacy, referrals and outreach.
CONTACT:
Yarmouth Area
1-902-742-8689 (crisis line)
1-800-266-4087 (toll free)
juniperhouse@juniperhouse.ca
Supportive Housing Youth Focus Team (SHYFT)
Supportive Housing Youth Focus Team (SHYFT)
Offers temporary housing for up to seven youth at one time (ages 16-24). In addition to residential services, they offer programming, workshops, hygiene and kitchen facilities, outreach services, and referrals. Serves homeless and at-risk youth in Digby, Shelburne and Yarmouth counties.
CONTACT:
6 Trinity Place, Yarmouth
1-902-881-3111 (crisis line)
1-855-781-3111 (toll free)
ed@shyft.ca
Harbour House
Harbour House
Offers a 15 bed shelter and counselling support for women and their dependent children who are fleeing situations of intimate partner violence. Additional services include outreach, school programming, child and youth counselling, and a 24-hour crisis line.
CONTACT:
Bridgewater Area
1-902-543-3999 (crisis line)
1-902-514-4019 (text line)
1-888-543-3999 (toll free)
thw@harbour-house.ca
Dalhousie Security Services
Dalhousie Security Services
Dalhousie’s Security Services offer both on and off-campus supports to keep students safe at both the Halifax and Truro campuses. They’re available 24/7, offer drop-in services, and are able to respond to incidents of violence, including sexual assault and/or harassment, upon students’ request. Please note, Dal Security are not police officers and will not alert any additional officers unless you specifically request those supports. In the event of emergencies or if you’re in danger, please call 911.
CONTACT:
Campus Emergencies:
Halifax: 1-902-494-4109
Truro: 1-902-893-4190General info and parking:
Halifax: 1-902-494-6400
Truro: 1-902-893-4190
security@dal.ca
1252 LeMarchant Street, Halifax
Kamatsiaqtut Nunavut Helpline
Provides anonymous and confidential telephone counselling for northerners in crisis staffed by trained volunteers. Whether you’re calling due to feeling sad, depressed, alone, struggling with a situation or person at work, home, or school, concerned about substance use, or someone is suicidal or in emotional distress, you are encouraged to reach out and connect for support.
CONTACT:
1-867-979-3333
1-800-265-3333 (toll free)
Homewood Health Counsellors
Homewood Health Counsellors
The assistance program provides Government of Nunavut employees and their immediate family with free, confidential counselling, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Many resources are available, such as mental health and addiction support, psychology, and online courses. Services are available in English and French, Inuktut through an interpreter.
CONTACT:
1-800-663-1142 (toll free)
NWT Family Violence Shelters (Shelter Network)
NWT Family Violence Shelters (Shelter Network)
If you are experiencing violence at home and are looking for help, contact the NWT Family Violence Shelters. Whether you need a safe space to stay, an Emergency Protection Order or someone to talk to, the 24/7 crisis line is available whenever you need it.
CONTACT:
1-866-223-7775 (toll free)
NWT Help Line
NWT Help Line
If you need support, the NWT Help Line offers free support to residents of the Northwest Territories. It is 100% free and confidential. The NWT Help Line also has an option for follow-up calls.
CONTACT:
1-800-661-0844 (toll free)
YWCA NWT Crisis Line
YWCA NWT Crisis Line
A free and confidential service offered 24/7, the YWCA NWT Crisis Line offers support, a safe place to stay, and Emergency Protection Orders for those impacted by domestic violence.
CONTACT:
1-867-873-8257 (Yellowknife)
1-866-223-7775 (toll free)
Hope for Wellness Help Line
Hope for Wellness Help Line
Offers immediate mental health counselling and crisis intervention to all Indigenous peoples across Canada. Experienced and culturally competent Help Line counsellors can help if you wat to talk, are distressed, have strong emotional reactions and/or are triggered by painful memories. Phone and chat counselling is available in English and French, and on request, phone counselling is also available in Cree, Ojibway and Inuktut. Visit their website to live chat with a counsellor or call the following number available 24/7.
CONTACT:
1-855-242-3310
The Indian Residential Schools - Resolution Health Support Program
The Indian Residential Schools - Resolution Health Support Program
All former Indian Residential School students, regardless of the individual’s status or place of residence in Canada, who attended an Indian Residential School listed in the 2006 Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement, are eligible to receive services from the Residential Health Support Program. Resolution Health Support Program Services are safe, confidential, respectful and non-judgmental. You can access emotional and crisis referral services by calling their 24/7 National Crisis Line.
CONTACT:
1-866-925-4419 (toll free)
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