TRANSITION SOCIETY, COMOX VALLEY – Comox Valley Community Services Directory

MISSION STATEMENT

Our Dream
A community where all people are respected, seen and supported.

Our Purpose
To contribute to the creation of a healthy community through positive contributions to the lives of women, children and families

Programs & Services:

AMETHYST HOUSE

Trauma-informed residential supportive recovery and withdrawal management for self identified women and non- binary people dealing with substance use issues that have negatively impacted their lives.

250-871-2570

Referral though Island Health may be required -250-331-8642

PEACE PROGRAM
Prevention, Education, Advocacy, Counselling, Empowerment.
Provides individual and group counselling for children aged 3-18 who have witnessed threats, abuse or violence in the home.
Parenting supports provided to caregivers.
250-897-0511

LILLI HOUSE
Temporary emergency shelter and support for self identified women and non-binary people seeking safety from violence, abuse and threats.
Children welcome.
*24-hour support * Private room* Fully wheelchair accessible * Free, confidential

24-hour crisis line
Call 250.338.1227
Text 250.218.4034

DARRY’S PLACE – SECOND STAGE HOUSING
Short Term housing with support for self identified women and non-binary people and their children who have experienced or are at risk of violence in a relationship
250-331-6350

WOMEN’S COUNSELLING
Individual counselling for self identified women and non-binary people, 19 years and older who have experienced or are currently experiencing intimate partner violence, family violence, childhood abuse and/or sexual assault.
Services also available on Denman Island.
250.897.0511

SEXUAL ASSAULT SERVICE COORDINATION
Provides support, information, referrals, crisis services, accompaniment to hospital for forensic and health exams, third party reporting and criminal justice system navigation for survivors of sexual violence.
Coordinator: 250.650.5488
24-hour crisis line
Call 778.225.0039
Third Party reporting Available

RCMP VICTIM SERVICES
Victim services provides crisis response, emotional support, information and referrals to victims of crime and trauma. We can assist with navigating the criminal justice system, assisting with victim impact statements, applying for restitution/financial benefits and explaining court proceedings.
We are located in the RCMP detachment.
250.334.5979

HOMELESS SUPPORT SERVICES – CONNECT
For community members who are homeless or at the risk of homelessness.
Connection to supports, referrals, food, housing opportunities, showers and emergency shelter.
Connect: 250.218.3975

THE LODGE
Supportive Housing for those who have been homeless.
Meals, laundry, activities, referrals, life skills and supports.
The Lodge: 250-218-2977

HOUSING & RENTAL SUBSIDY PROGRAM – AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Permanent,2-bedroom units, for self identified women and non-binary people, and their children.
Single parent led families only And Studio, one, two and three bedroom rentals. Rents geared at approximately 20% below local market rates.
See www.cvts.ca for more information

RENTAL SUBSIDY PROGRAM
Rental Subsidies for families and singles without sufficient income to either maintain or establish housing. Rental supplements are subject to funding availability and eligibility criteria. Requires a referral from a community services provider.
250.897.0511

SUPPORT GROUPS:

MEN’S GROUP
Open drop-in group for men, including trans men, working on relationships with partners and others
250.897.0511

GRANDPARENTS RAISING GRANDCHILDREN SUPPORT CIRCLE
Open drop-in group providing support and sharing information about resources.
250.897.0511

TOO GOOD TOO BE THREW – THRIFT STORE
Our social enterprise generates funds to CVTS support services and programs.
You can help by shopping and donating!
367 6th Street, Courtenay: 9:30am – 5pm, Mon – Sat
Donations gratefully accepted: 10am – 4pm, Mon – Sat
TGTBT@cvts.ca
250-338-0601