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Scent Safe Statement
As part of our ongoing commitment to creating a safe and inclusive environment for everyone, we are excited to announce that Haven Society is a safe scent organization.
We believe that this Scent Safe Policy is a positive step toward fostering a more inclusive and considerate community. Your cooperation is crucial in making this policy a success, and we are confident that, together, we can create an environment where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued.
As a part of this policy, we ask all visitors to refrain from using or donating scented/fragranced products.
If you have any questions or would like more information about our Scent Safe Policy, please don't hesitate to reach out to haven@havensociety.com
Thank you for your understanding and commitment to building a safer, more inclusive community.
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The PEACE Program (Prevention, Education, Advocacy, Counselling, and Empowerment) is a provincial, short-term psychoeducational program that addresses the needs of children and youth aged 3 to 18 who have been impacted by domestic violence and/or abuse at home.
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For more information, please call 250-756-2452 and ask to speak to someone on the PEACE team.
For referrals, please call 250-756-2452 ext. 301 to reach the PEACE intake line or email peace@havensociety.com
What We Do in the PEACE Program
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The goal of the PEACE Program is to interrupt/break the cycle of inter-generational violence and abuse by:
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Supporting children and youth exposed to violence in relationships
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Addressing their emotional and psychological needs
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Developing parental awareness of how children and youth can respond to domestic violence and abuse
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Working with parents and caregivers to support and understand the unique needs of their children
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Raising community awareness through violence prevention education
The PEACE Program helps children and youth to:
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Understand that they are not responsible for the violence
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Learn that they are not alone: others have experienced similar situations
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Understand safety
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Express feelings in a safe and healthy way
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Identify support networks
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Recognize strengths and increase self-confidence
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Acknowledge ways violence was resisted
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Develop conflict-resolution skills
Important Resources For Children and Youth
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Need help now? You can reach a Kids Help Phone counselor 24/7 at
1-800-668-6868.
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PEACE services for children, youth, and non-offending caregivers include:
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safety planning
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individual counselling
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group counselling
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parent support
PEACE services for the community and schools include:
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VIP (Violence is Preventable) presentations - depending on funding and availability
The PEACE Program services offered by Haven Society are confidential and free of charge.
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