Sexual Assault & Violence Intervention Services of Halton
Site: Milton Satellite Office - Unpublished Address
Service: Sexual Assault & Violence Intervention Services of Halton
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PDF (New Window)| Record #: OAK0035 | Last Full Update: 05 Jul 2019 |
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| Public Comments | Services altered in response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) SAVIS of Halton has closed their physical office space and satellite locations, however we are continuing our work of supporting survivors via phone and zoom/video call counseling sessions. Our crisis line is operational, and we are encouraging survivors to reach us through the line, 905 875 1555, for emotional support and also for intakes to our services. Additionally, we are continuing our anti-human trafficking support services through phone and zoom/video calling as well. We are continuing to offer emotional support, systems navigation, case management, and housing support to survivors of human trafficking during this time. Survivors looking for support should contact us at our anti-human trafficking line, 905-483-0472, where they will be directly connected with a crisis worker. Additionally, SAVIS will begin hosting community groups virtually through zoom, all information about groups will be posted on our social media channels. |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | Intake and information 905-825-3622 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-877-268-8416 |
| Crisis Phone | Mon-Sun 24 hours 905-875-1555 |
| savis@savisofhalton.org | |
| Website | www.savisofhalton.org |
| Social Media |  Facebook: www.facebook.com/savisofhalton Instagram: www.instagram.com/savisofhalton Twitter: twitter.com/SAVISofHalton |
| Primary Contact | Administrative Coordinator |
| Volunteer Opportunities | Current Volunteer Opportunities |
| Agency Information | |
| Legal Status | (50) Non Profit |
| Established | 1989 |
| Primary Executive | Alma Arguello, Executive Director; Email: executivedirector@savisofhalton.org |
| Funding | Regional / Municipal - Region of Halton ; Provincial - Ministry of the Attorney General ; Donations ; United Way - Halton & Hamilton ; Canadian Women's Foundation; Ontario Trillium Foundation |
| Elections | AGM June |
| Description and Service Details | |
| Description (Service) | Services altered in response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) SAVIS of Halton has closed their physical office space and satellite locations, however we are continuing our work of supporting survivors via phone and zoom/video call counseling sessions. Our crisis line is operational, and we are encouraging survivors to reach us through the line, 905 875 1555, for emotional support and also for intakes to our services. Additionally, we are continuing our anti-human trafficking support services through phone and zoom/video calling as well. We are continuing to offer emotional support, systems navigation, case management, and housing support to survivors of human trafficking during this time. Survivors looking for support should contact us at our anti-human trafficking line, 905-483-0472, where they will be directly connected with a crisis worker. Additionally, SAVIS will begin hosting community groups virtually through zoom, all information about groups will be posted on our social media channels. ----------------------------------------- An agency that provides free, confidential, non-judgmental, 24 hour support and counselling services for male, female and transgender survivors of violence including childhood sexual abuse. * this Milton location is one of 5 SAVIS offices that are located in Halton * other locations include Oakville , Burlington, Acton and Georgetown * call the main intake and information number at 905-825-3622 to arrange an appointment at this location Services include: * 24-hour crisis line * free individual counselling for ages 14 and up * support services for friends and family members * advocacy, support and accompaniment to the hospital, police station and court * SAVIS is a member agency of Support Services Network for Male Survivors in Ontario |
| Hours | Hours not specified |
| Areas Served | Halton Region |
| Eligibility | Ages: 12 year(s) and up All survivors of violence |
| Application | Call the main intake and information number at 905-825-3622 to arrange an appointment at this location |
| Languages | English ; Spanish ; Interpretive Services - when requested |
| Fees | None |
| Site Information | |
| Located In Community | Milton |
| Address & Map | |
| Mailing Address | c/o SAVIS South Oakville Centre 1515 Rebecca St, Suite 227 Oakville, ON L6L 5G8 |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Categories and Classification | |
| HCSD Main Heading | Abuse / Assault ; Emergency / Crisis |
| HCSD Sub Heading | Counselling for Abused Women ; Crisis Lines for Abuse / Violence ; Crisis Lines for Abused Women ; Sexual Assault Support ; Victims of Abuse Support Programs ; Victims of Crime Support Programs |
| Service Categories | Adult Sexual Assault Prevention ; Crime Victim Accompaniment Services ; Sexual Assault Counselling ~ Men ; Sexual Assault Counselling ~ Transgender Individuals ; Sexual Assault Counselling ~ Women ; Sexual Assault Hotlines ; Women's Advocacy Groups ~ Sexual Assault Issues |
