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Organization:
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Bernadette McCann House
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Phone Numbers:
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613-732-7776 * 613-639-1233 texts only
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Crisis:
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Crisis/Support Line 1-800-267-4930 and 613-732-3131
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After Hours:
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1-800-267-4930 or 613-732-3131
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Fax:
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613-732-8667
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Address:
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PO Box 244
Pembroke, ON
K8A 6X3
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Administration Mon-Fri 8am-4pm * Shelter Mon-Sun 24 hours
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Executives:
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Leigh Sweeney - Executive Director
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Service Description:
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Emergency Shelter: 16-bed Short term Crisis Intervention Shelter for women who experience abuse and their children, and women who are being trafficked * Provides 24 hour telephone support * all calls are confidential, no call display and callers will be directly connected to a worker
Outreach Services: available in 5 locations throughout Renfrew County to women and their children * Services to children and youth who witness violence
Children and Youth Services: Provides support and education to children and youth who are experiencing violence
Transitional Support Program: assists survivors of domestic violence and survivors of human trafficking, with housing * educational, employment and financial support as well as other resources * a Francophone Transitional Support Caseworker is available to work with Francophone clients
Public Education: available to the community groups and businesses
Family Court Support Worker Program: information on the family court process * assistance in preparing for family court proceedings
Caring Dads Group: for men who want a better relationship with their children
Volunteer Opportunities
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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Self referral * for support email help@wsssbmh.org
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Admission to Shelter - women ages 16 years and older * Children must be accompanied by parent/guardian * Community Outreach Services - women 16 years of age and older * Family Court Support Worker Program victims of domestic violence involved in the family court process
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Languages:
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English ; French
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Language Notes:
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Resources and support available in French upon request
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Area Served:
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Renfrew County
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Last Updated:
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6/19/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=210674
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