The brain is the most complex organ in our body. It tries to keep us safe when we’re experiencing trauma, such as Intimate Partner Violence (IPV). But these safety mechanisms can sometimes result in long-term changes to the brain that can actually prolong stress. The good news is that the brain can rewire itself and […]
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Valentine’s Day conjures up all of the traditional images of love: happy couples, flowers, gifts, and grand gestures. In recent years the marketing of this holiday has answered the call to expand this imagery to be more inclusive to those of all orientations and relationship statuses. Despite this, for those impacted by intimate partner violence
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As we move into 2023, Shelter Movers Nova Scotia hopes to increase reach in province this year. When thinking about what she hopes SMNS will accomplish in 2023, Nova Scotia Chapter Director Jennifer O’Neil says more awareness and volunteers are key. As more awareness builds around our services more people will be able to flee
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A guide to help your teen understand, avoid and navigate the risks of abusive relationships It’s a startling figure: one in three. That’s the number of Canadian adolescents thought to have experienced dating violence–be it physical, psychological or cyber–in a 2017-2018 study (The National Prevalence of Adolescent Dating Violence in Canada). This is markedly higher
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There is an abundance of research on cycles of abuse in Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) and why survivors have difficulties leaving abusive relationships. Several reasons exist, including but not limited to gaslighting, manipulation, increased risk of further harm, financial dependence, isolation, familial or cultural expectations, and physiological vulnerabilities. Additionally, some survivors of abuse may experience
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Meet Yvonne! Yvonne is a Mover with SMWR. In her role, she helps with packing and storing a client’s belongings on a move. She joined Shelter Movers after wanting to become more involved in the Kitchener-Waterloo community. “When I read about Shelter Movers I didn’t know that this was a service that many people needed and it
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There’s no place like home during the holidays, or at least that’s what they say. For some, the holidays include great food, classic movies, music, and quality time with family and friends – but for others, the holidays are wrought with stress, emotional triggers, and violence. According to Statistics Canada, over the past 5 years
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How do we recognize the signs that someone is in need of help? Someone who suffers from abuse can look like any one of us, no matter age, gender, race, religion, or background. Toxic behaviors can come in many different forms and may often build up or get worse over time. It can be broken
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Some moves are more complicated than others – maybe it’s an unusually large move, or one that can only be completed during business hours. That’s where moving company partners can help, explains Stephanie Ling, Operations Manager for Shelter Movers Vancouver (SMV). “We usually only use moving company partners for low-risk moves. And we usually still
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Lanark County Interval House and Community Support (LCIH) was founded in 1978 after a Canada Works study found that women in Lanark County needed help to leave abusive partners. Members of the community banded together to build a space where survivors of abuse could find refuge. Since opening its doors in May of 1979, the
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