Good Shepherd Centres

Good Shepherd Centres, Women's Services


Description

Provides a place of sanctuary, safety, and support for women (and their children) with a variety of programs.

Family Court Support Worker Program

Facilitates a victim's understanding of and passage through the family court system. Support provided includes:

  • information on the family court process
  • assistance in preparing for family court proceedings (documenting history of abuse, accessing Legal Aid,
  • debriefing with clients following family court appearances
  • referral to specialized services and supports in the community
  • safety planning
  • court accompaniment to proceedings when appropriate

Transitional Housing and Support Program

  • Helps women and their children access services to establish violence and abuse-free lives in the community.

Second Stage Services

  • Offers furnished, affordable housing to both single women and women with children for up to one year. Supports are geared to creating greater physical, emotional, and financial stability in the aftermath of violence and abuse.
Eligibility
Women with or without children who are victims of domestic violence.
Application Process
Contact for information.
Documents Required
Documents outlined in application
Office
905-523-8766
24-Hour Crisis Line
905-523-6277
Web Site
https://goodshepherdcentres.ca/services/community-support-services-for-women-children/
Email
[email protected]
Mailing Address
20 Pearl St N
Hamilton, ON, L8R 2Y8
Canada
Languages
English
Fees
None
Topic(s)
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Agency Information
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Copyright
Hamilton Public Library
Last Updated On
March 5, 2026
Last Verified On
September 17, 2025
Address
20 Pearl St N
Hamilton, ON, L8R 2Y8

A 25-bed emergency shelter for women.


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Hours of Operation
Contact for information.
Service Area(s)
Hamilton