Hoshizaki House Dryden District Crisis Shelter - Family Court Support Worker

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NOTE: Does NOT give any legal advice; victim needs to consult with lawyer

Program:

Family Court Support Worker

Organization:

Hoshizaki House Dryden District Crisis Shelter

Phone Numbers:

807-223-7311

Toll-Free:

1-800-465-7221

Crisis:

807-223-3226

Fax:

807-223-6725

Website:

www.hoshizakihouse.ca/

Address:

PO Box 974
Dryden, ON
P8N 3E3

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Street Address:

Dryden

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Location:

Location is confidential, contact office for more information

Accessibility:

Wheelchair Accessible

Hours:

Office: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm

Shelter: Mon-Sun 24 hours

Public Contacts:

Stacey Lambe - Executive Director
807-223-7311 Ext 3

Service Description:

Operates an emergency crisis shelter for abused women and their children who have experienced domestic violence

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

Fees:

None

Application:

Visit website to learn more about the program and how to access it

Eligibility / Target Population:

Victims of domestic violence involved in the family court process

Languages:

English * French

Area Served:

Kenora and Rainy River

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