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Empathy in Action: Principles of Trauma-Informed Care for Survivors
“The first principle of recovery is empowerment of the survivor,” wrote psychiatrist and trauma expert
12 November 2024
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It Should End With Us… But Will It?
Disclaimer: Discussions of Intimate Partner Violence and spoilers for the movie It Ends with Us ahead.
24 August 2024
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Expanding Horizons: Shelter Movers Nova Scotia’s New Reach in Cumberland-Colchester
Since expanding services to include Cumberland-Colchester in October of 2023, Shelter Movers Nova Scotia has
12 August 2024
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Shelter Movers Expands to Leeds and Grenville: A Rural-Minded Approach for a Unique Region
Shelter Movers Ottawa is making strides to reach Leeds and Grenville county, providing crucial support
14 June 2024
“Domestic abuse is a reality in Canada for too many women and their children. [...] I was so deeply touched to meet the team at Shelter Movers, which helps women transition to shelters - but also into new homes, new lives and newly found freedom. [...]”
“Gender-based violence is a pervasive social problem affecting every socio-economic group across Canada. Silence on the issue helps abuse persist. Fortunately, community organizations like Shelter Movers are having a positive impact on communities every day.”
“With an energetic kid, strained financially and scared, [Shelter Movers] removed so much worry and allowed me to start my life with my child sooner than I expected.”
"For your amazing kindness, good cheer, and efficiency, I'm filled with gratitude. You helped significantly to reduce worry for my daughter during an extremely stressful time -- I feel like my own sense of community, and hers, have been strengthened immeasurably."
“Gender-based violence is so common, this is work that needs to be done. As a volunteer, you know that when you’re driving off in that empty cargo van, our clients get to start a new chapter in their lives.”
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