Violence Against Women Intervention & Support Services - Kamloops

Abuse / Neglect, Housing / Shelter, and Victim Services

Provided by YMCA

A variety of programs that support women and families with safety, stability, and empathetic guidance during difficult times.
YMCA BC’s Women’s Safety & Support known as VAWISS provides free, confidential, and trauma-informed services for self-identifying women, children, and youth impacted by violence. The following programs are offered:
  • Stopping the Violence Outreach: A free and confidential mobile program that provides support to women who have experienced or who are currently experiencing intimate partner violence.
  • Y Women's Emergency Shelter: The Y Women's Emergency Shelter is a transition house that provides that provides temporary safe housing and support for women with or without children fleeing violence in the home. 24 hour phone support available.
  • Housing Outreach Services: A free and confidential mobile program that provides possible rental subsidies and housing-specific support for women who have experienced intimate partner violence.
  • PEACE Counselling Program: Provides free and confidential support to children and youth aged 3 to 18 who have experienced domestic violence.

Services are currently offered in Kamloops and surrounding areas. Y Membership is not required to access these services.

Website: https://www.ymcabc.ca/womens-safety

250-319-2406 (PEACE)

250-319-4283 (Housing Outreach)

Public email: housing.outreach@bc.ymca.ca

250-374-6162 (Shelter)

SMS Contact: 250-682-7931

Public email: kamloops.shelter@bc.ymca.ca

250-320-3110 (Stopping the Violence Outreach)

SMS Contact: 250-320-3110

Public email: outreach@bc.ymca.ca

Cost: No cost

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Service area: Kamloops + show cities

Service area cities: Kamloops

Service Types Provided
Abuse / Neglect
Housing / Shelter
Victim Services
Ways to Access
  • Provided 1:1 in-person
  • Provided by phone
  • Provided by text or chat

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