The Redwood...for Women and Children Fleeing Abuse

Women Shelter


Description

Emergency short term shelter, including crisis intervention and counselling, family support, and legal, housing, education and employment support; advocacy and outreach; workshops

  • capacity 35
  • Housing Connections (see separate listing) Community Partner, assistance with housing search and application process

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Online chat support for women experiencing violence and abuse; professional counsellors assist with emotional support, safety planning, referrals and information

Eligibility
Women 16 years and older, and their children, who are fleeing violence
Residency Requirements: Shelter services, Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA); iDetermine, Canada
Application Process
Call first for details on vacancies and admission procedure; for support call, text or chat online; visit website for information
Documents Required
May vary; contact for information
Office
416-533-9372 - Administration
Crisis
416-533-8538 - Shelter
Crisis
647-370-8300 - Text
Fax
416-533-9744 - Programs
TTY
416-533-3736
Web Site
https://www.theredwood.com
Email
[email protected]
Mailing Address
PO Box157, PO C
Toronto, ON, M6J 3M9
Canada
Languages
English, Interpretive Services available for all languages upon request
Contact
Mila Perez, Manager, Resident Services
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 416-533-9372 ext 225
Executive Director
Abi Ajibolade
Email: [email protected]
Fees
None
Topic(s)
Social Media
Agency Information
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Copyright
Findhelp Information Services
Last Updated On
March 11, 2026
Last Verified On
October 31, 2025
Location
Toronto
Accessibility
Designated parking at entrance - parking lot ; Street parking ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Easy access to elevator ; Elevator with braille and voice/tone features - lowered buttons ; Wheelchair accessible washroom, assistance needed with door ; One accessible bedroom
Hours of Operation
Open 24/7
Mon-Sun 24 hours, call for intake
Service Area(s)
  • Durham Region
  • Greater Toronto Area
  • Halton Region
  • Hamilton
  • Peel Region
  • York Region