Emergency and crisis in Saltspring Island, British Columbia
IWAV - PEACE Program for Children and Youth Experiencing Violence
Offered by Islanders Working Against Violence
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Salt Spring Island, BC
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Individual and group counselling is also available for caregivers.
- Who it is for
- Children, Youth, Families
- Cost and access
- Free
- Where
- Salt Spring Island, BC
- How to reach
- (250) 538-5569 · Website
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- , by HelpSeeker
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About this service
The PEACE program has been developed to:
- address the needs of children and youth aged 3 to 18 years who have been exposed to violence and abuse in their family homes, after they are out of the abusive situation
- help parents understand how violence and abuse affects their children
- raise community awareness through violence prevention education
- let children/youth know theyre not alone or at fault
- provide a safe place to talk about feelings
- teach problem-solving and coping skills
- help end cycles of violent or aggressive behaviour
- teach personal safety
- teach healthy ways to express feelings such as anger, hurt or sadness
- identify causes and effects of violence and abuse
- look at common myths about violence and abuse
- Individual and group counselling is also available for caregivers.
Who can use it?
Children/youth 3-18 years of age who have been exposed to violence and abuse in their family homes
How do I get in touch?
Call (250) 538-5569, or use the website.
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Salt Spring Island, BC
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