Advocacy and care coordination in Penticton, British Columbia
SOWINS - PEACE Program
Offered by South Okanagan Women in Need Society (SOWINS)
In short
Sowins peace program is a free intervention and counselling program for children and youth ages 5-18 who have witnessed/experienced emotional, mental and/or physical abuse in their home.
- Updated
- This organization's address is confidential and is not published.
- Who it is for
- Youth; Babies and toddlers (0-3), Children (4-12)
- What it helps with
- Help with drinking or drugs, Learning and school, Knowing where to go, Skills for work, Help with my mental health, Help raising my kids, Help for my family, Making my own choices, A fresh start
- Cost and access
- Free
- How to reach
- (250) 493-4366 · Website
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About this service
Sowins peace program is a free intervention and counselling program for children and youth ages 5-18 who have witnessed/experienced emotional, mental and/or physical abuse in their home. Support is also provided to the non-offending parent/caregiver. Our program offers children/youth a safe environment to share personal experiences and to learn healthy coping skills through individual one-on-one sessions or group sessions. Overall this program offers: individual counseling group sessions (age specific) support for parents and caregivers community education school presentations without intervention and support, children often grow up with unresolved feelings and without the necessary tools needed to heal from their trauma. Self referrals and agency referrals are welcome.
Who can use it?
Children & youth (5-18) who witnessed/experienced emotional, mental and/or physical abuse at home
How do I get in touch?
Call (250) 493-4366, or use the website.
Listed in Penticton, British Columbia.