Intimate Partner Violence

Victim Support Services

Eligibility

FSGV supports survivors of exploitation and trafficking but the eligibility varies from location to location. Please contact Victim Link to get connected to your closest supports.

Description

Our Victim Support Services vary from location to location. What remains consistent is that we always let you define your situation, needs, and next steps. FSGV Support Workers can help you figure out what you need to feel safe, can advocate for you every step of the way, can navigate the justice system with you, and can help you get connected with other programs that support goals you choose. The best way to connect with one of these programs is to call Victim Link, a resource we trust to guide you through where and how to get the support you need.

Contact information

VictimLinkBC
Call: 1 800 563 0808
Text: 1 800 563 0808
Email: [email protected]

Stopping the Violence

Eligibility

Adults of marginalized genders—including cisgender and transgender women, Two-Spirit, non-binary, agender, and gender-diverse people who have experienced childhood abuse, violence in relationships, and/or sexual assault. Specific eligibility requirements depend on where you live. Must live in the city where you are accessing services.

Description

If you’re a woman, nonbinary, Two-Spirit, or trans, and you’ve experienced violence (it doesn’t have to have been recent), STV might be the support you’re looking for. This program has individual and group counselling options, all based on helping you reconnect with yourself. We’ll also help you develop safety and support plans, learn the cycle and signs of abuse, and strengthen your self-care and self-advocacy skills. Ultimately, we want to support you in self-discovery, empowerment, and connection—so you can move toward your future, on your terms, with a sense of power and confidence.

Contact information

Email (all locations): [email protected]

Healthy Connections

Eligibility

People who are pregnant or who have recently welcomed a baby and are experiencing the impacts of past or current trauma. Pregnant or new parents who live in Vancouver may self-refer to the program by calling or emailing our team.

Description

If you’re pregnant and feeling worried about how you’ll be as a parent—you’re not alone. If you’ve faced things like abuses and other traumas, this might be an especially big worry. FSGV’s Healthy Connections program really is here to make sure you don’t face these fears alone. Beginning as early in pregnancy as possible (and continuing until your child’s third birthday), we can support you with counselling, community-building group programs, and connecting you with other supports that fit with your goals. You deserve support that helps you feel confident and connected—we’re here to bring that.

Contact information

Call: 604 874 2938 ext. 4100
Email: [email protected]

Family Trauma Program/TASA

Eligibility

Families with children under the age of 18 who have experienced trauma. Must live in Richmond or New Westminster.

Description

The Family Trauma Program is here for your family when you need it. This program is for children, youth and caregivers who have experienced overwhelming events.  Our counsellors center the work on helping you make sense of your experiences; in practice, this means learning how trauma might impact behaviour, emotions and relationships. Our counsellors support you in building coping skills, developing a stronger sense of safety and confidence, and healing at a pace that feels good to you. It’s okay if you’ve never been in counselling, we’re here to answer your questions and help you figure out what’s next.

Contact information

Richmond | Call: 604 279 7100 | Services are available in English, Spanish, Chinese, and Korean
New Westminster | Call: 604 525 9144 | Services are available in English
Email (both locations): [email protected]

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