No one should face violence or abuse alone. In Dufferin-Caledon, individuals and families in crisis have access to a vast network of support services thanks to organizations like Findhelp 211 and Caledon-Dufferin Victim Services.
Locally, Caledon-Dufferin Victim Services (CDVS) provides compassionate, client-focused support to victims of crime, abuse and tragedy. Their programs are designed to support recovery through rapid response, informed referrals, and community partnerships. CDVS ensures that all services are accessible, confidential, and tailored to each person’s needs.
Services include:
- Victim Crisis Assistance Ontario (VCAO): 24/7 in-person or phone crisis intervention.
- Victim Quick Response Program (VQRP): Short-term financial aid for eligible victims of violent crime.
- Safety Planning: Personalized planning to enhance safety and reduce harm.
- Judicial Support: Trained volunteers help vulnerable clients navigate the justice system with dignity and care.
Visit CDVS.ca or call. 905-951-3838 to get started.
Family Transition Place (FTP) is another vital local organization that has been offering emergency shelter and outreach services to women and children experiencing abuse for over 40 years.With offices in Orangeville and support throughout Dufferin-Caledon, FTP is focused on supporting the holistic well-being of those affected by gender-based violence by providing crisis counselling, safety planning, legal advocacy, and transitional housing assistance.
Call 1-800-265-9178 or text 519-278-9078 for 24/7 support.
The Sunrise Centre, located at the Headwaters Health Care Centre, provides 24/7 confidential medical and forensic care for individuals of all ages who have experienced sexual assault or intimate partner violence. Nurses specialized in trauma-informed care offer emergency services, follow-up care, and referrals to counselling and legal support. The Sunrise program is a partner-based initiative co-facilitated by Headwaters, Family Transition Place (FTP), and Dufferin Child and Family Services (DCAFS). This collaborative approach has served the community well, with each organization delivering services within this scope of practice and expertise – Headwaters offering medical-based support. At the same time, FTP and DCAFS provide counselling and community outreach to those in need.
Visit headwatershealth.ca or call 519-941-2702.
Findhelp 211, funded by the Government of Ontario, operates the Victim Support Directory, a 24/7 multilingual resource that connects people to crisis support, helplines, shelters, and essential local services. Whether you’re looking for immediate help or long-term support, trained Service Navigators are available any time, in more than 200 languages, to help you find the services you need.
Visit VictimSupportDirectory.ca or call 1-888-579-2888 to get started.
Please do not hesitate to reach out if you or someone you know is in need. Resources are available; help is always just a phone call or a click away.
Together, we can create a safer, more supportive community for everyone in Dufferin-Caledon.