Housing and homelessness in Stratford, Ontario
Optimism Place Women's Shelter and Support Services
In short
Located in Stratford, it serves as a refuge for women and their children seeking to escape violence and abuse, where they can obtain professional help in a secure and confidential setting.
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- This organization's address is confidential and is not published.
- Who it is for
- Children, Women, Families; Women, Family with children, Children (4-12)
- What it helps with
- Help right now, A safe place to sleep tonight, A home I can afford, Safety from harm, Help for my family
- How to reach
- (519) 271-5550 · transitiondvpp@optimismplace.com · Website
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Services from this organization
Optimism Place Women's Shelter and Support Services - Residential Services
Optimism Place Women's Shelter and Support Services
- Free
- Website checked March 2026
About this organization
Optimism Place Women's Shelter and Support Services is a Perth County shelter for women who are suffering abuse of any kind: physical, sexual, emotional or mental. Located in Stratford, it serves as a refuge for women and their children seeking to escape violence and abuse, where they can obtain professional help in a secure and confidential setting.
Optimism Place offers a wide range of supports to help women and children overcome the damaging effects of abuse, including housing, counselling and a crisis hotline. Through group and individual programs, we help rebuild lives in a supportive, caring environment.
How do I get in touch?
Call (519) 271-5550, email transitiondvpp@optimismplace.com, or use the website.
Listed in Stratford, Ontario.


