Are you, or someone you know, a victim of violence?
If you are a victim of violence there is help. Contact one of the organizations below for more information on their programs and services. A directory of services available in the region of Peel can also be accessed by dialling 211 on your phone in Mississauga, Brampton or Caledon.
Counselling and Services |
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Alateen |
Alcohol abuse support program |
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Associated Youth Services of Peel (AYSP) |
Offering non-judgemental support and service to marginalized youth 14-18 and their families, recognizing and working towards each individual’s right to safety, shelter, health, respect and independent decision making. Workers assist youth in accessing housing, financial assistance, healthcare, education and additional supports as needed. |
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| Brampton Safe City | Youth Education and Safety Program (YES)
The Youth Education and Safety Team recruits 45 youth (aged 14 to 18 years old) per year to participate in safety focussed training and community service activities. |
www.Bramptonsafecity.ca Phone: 905-793-5484 Fax: 905-458-7402 16 George St., Brampton |
| Elizabeth Fry Society | Youth Anger Management/ Shoplifting Program for youth 12-18. | South: North: |
| Family Transition Place | Programs for pre-adolescent males and females to help navigate through risky and unhealthy situations, promotion of personal safety through development of healthy relationships and stereotype busting. | 905-584-4357 www.familytransitionplace.ca/ |
HEAL Network |
Programs for youth and families that experience abuse, and for youth 13-16 experiencing conflicts due to violence being directed at their mothers. |
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John Howard Society |
Programs for youth 13-24. |
www.johnhowardphd.ca/ |
Nexus Youth Services |
Individual counselling for adolescents and young adults, ages 12-24. |
To access service, call Centralized Intake at 905-451-4655 |
Peel Children’s Centre |
Crisis Response, Counselling Services, Preschool Services, Child Witness Preparation, Arson Prevention, Intensive Child & Family, Day Treatment & Alternatives to Day Treatment, Residential Treatment, Sexual Abuse Treatment, Respite, Wraparound process, Volunteer Services. |
Centralized Intake 905-451-4655 |
Peel Health |
Bullying Prevention |
905-791-7800 |
Rapport Youth & Family Services – Eclypse Youth Centre |
Group counselling; anger management and life management skills, youth substance abuse counselling, girl’s groups; employment seminars and guest lectures on health topics. |
905-790-7707 |
| Safe City Mississauga Crossroads Youth Academy | The program for secondary school students designed to provide them with the skills to anticipate circumstances that may make them the victim of crime and equip them with choices to avoid victimization. | www.mcpa.on.ca/crossroads.html |
| Salvation Army Family Life Resource Centre | Support and counselling for victims of abuse. | 905-451-4115 |
Sexual Assault/Rape Crisis Centre of Peel |
Offers accompaniment program and counselling for rape victims in Peel Region. |
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TUNZ (The United Neutral Zone) |
Committed to strengthening and enhancing the quality of life of families and individuals by providing culturally sensitive programs, support, resources, education and training for youth and families in Peel. |
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