THIS IS HARD, WE CAN HELP

When supporting someone who is a survivor of sexual violence, harassment, or partner violence, it is very important to respond with empathy.

Here are some ideas about what to say:

  • Thank you for trusting me.
  • I am sorry this has happened.
  • I believe you.
  • How can I help you right now?
  • You are not alone and we can connect you people who can help.

It is important to understand your obligations regarding confidentiality, especially when receiving a disclosure from someone under 16 years of age. If you have questions, call us for a confidential consultation.

Contact our office at 705-748-5901
Monday to Friday
9:30 am to 4:30 pm (except Statutory Holidays)

Call our Crisis Support Line 24 hours, 7 days a week:
1-866-298-7778

Visit our NEW Peterborough location during office hours at:
150 King Street, 3rd Floor (Corner of King and George Streets)
Peterborough, Ontario

The Kawartha Sexual Assault Centre offers services to all survivors of sexual violence and harassment (and their supporters) throughout the four counties of Peterborough, Northumberland, Haliburton and City of Kawartha Lakes. To connect with medical services, additional men’s counselling services, or domestic violence counselling, support and shelter services, please see the four county listings below:

Peterborough

CLICK HERE for a Visual Map of Peterborough County Services

YWCA Peterborough Haliburton
24 Hour Crisis Line: 1-800-461-7656
Crossroads Shelter: 705-743-4135 (Peterborough)
START Program: 705-743-3526
Walk-in Mondays from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm

Peterborough Regional Health Centre – Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Response Program at the Women’s Health Centre
For medical or crisis care, call 705-743-2121 ext. 0 for the on-call nurse

Niijkiwendidaa Anishnaabekwewag Services Circle
Healing services for Anishnaabekwewag and their families who have been abused, are being abused, or are at risk of being abused in the Turtle Island area of Peterborough, Northumberland, City of Kawartha Lakes, Haliburton, and Durham.
Main Line: 705-741-0900
Toll Free: 1-800-663-2696

Anishnaabe Kwewag Gamig Regional Women’s Shelter
Located at Alderville First Nation
Crisis Line: 905-352-3708
Toll Free: 1-800-388-5171

John Howard Society
Healing from Within Program for Men
Phone: 705-743-8331

Community Counselling and Resource Centre
Phone: 705-742-4258

NORTHUMBERLAND

For the Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Response Program, go to your local hospital emergency room.

Cornerstone Family Violence Prevention Centre
Serving Northumberland County
Support Line: 905-372-0746
Toll Free: 1-800-263-3757
Community Services: 905-372-1545

Niijkiwendidaa Anishnaabekwewag Services Circle
Healing services for Anishnaabekwewag and their families who have been abused, are being abused, or are at risk of being abused in the Turtle Island area of Peterborough, Northumberland, City of Kawartha Lakes, Haliburton, and Durham.
Main Line: 705-741-0900
Toll Free: 1-800-663-2696

Anishnaabe Kwewag Gamig Regional Women’s Shelter
Located at Alderville First Nation
Crisis Line: 905-352-3708
Toll Free: 1-800-388-5171

Northumberland Community Counselling Centre
Telephone: 905-372-6318 or 905-372-6425
Toll free: 1-866-748-5720

HALIBURTON

CLICK HERE for a Visual Map of Haliburton County Services

For the Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Response Program, go to your local hospital emergency room.

YWCA Peterborough Haliburton
24 Hour Crisis Line: 1-800-461-7656
Haliburton Emergency Rural SafeSpace (HERS): 705-286-6442 (Haliburton County)

Niijkiwendidaa Anishnaabekwewag Services Circle
Healing services for Anishnaabekwewag and their families who have been abused, are being abused, or are at risk of being abused in the Turtle Island area of Peterborough, Northumberland, City of Kawartha Lakes, Haliburton, and Durham.
Main Line: 705-741-0900
Toll Free: 1-800-663-2696

Anishnaabe Kwewag Gamig Regional Women’s Shelter
Located at Alderville First Nation
Crisis Line: 905-352-3708
Toll Free: 1-800-388-5171

CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES

CLICK HERE for a Visual Map of City of Kawartha Lakes Services

For the Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Response Program, go to your local hospital emergency room.

Women’s Resources
24 Hour Crisis Support Line: 705-878-3662
Toll Free: 1-800-565-5350
Victoria’s 24 Hour Women’s Shelter: 705-878-3662
Toll Free: 1-800-565-5350

Niijkiwendidaa Anishnaabekwewag Services Circle
Healing services for Anishnaabekwewag and their families who have been abused, are being abused, or are at risk of being abused in the Turtle Island area of Peterborough, Northumberland, City of Kawartha Lakes, Haliburton, and Durham.
Main Line: 705-741-0900
Toll Free: 1-800-663-2696

Anishnaabe Kwewag Gamig Regional Women’s Shelter
Located at Alderville First Nation
Crisis Line: 905-352-3708
Toll Free: 1-800-388-5171