Sexual Assault & Violence Intervention Services of Halton
Site: Oakville - Head Office
Service: Sexual Assault & Violence Intervention Services of Halton
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PDF (New Window)| Record #: OAK2741 | Last Full Update: 05 Jul 2019 |
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| Public Comments | Services altered in response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) SAVIS of Halton has closed their physical office space and satellite locations, however we are continuing our work of supporting survivors via phone and zoom/video call counseling sessions. Our crisis line is operational, and we are encouraging survivors to reach us through the line, 905 875 1555, for emotional support and also for intakes to our services. Additionally, we are continuing our anti-human trafficking support services through phone and zoom/video calling as well. We are continuing to offer emotional support, systems navigation, case management, and housing support to survivors of human trafficking during this time. Survivors looking for support should contact us at our anti-human trafficking line, 905-483-0472, where they will be directly connected with a crisis worker. Additionally, SAVIS will begin hosting community groups virtually through zoom, all information about groups will be posted on our social media channels. |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | Intake and information 905-825-3622 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-877-268-8416 |
| TTY Phone | Schedule an appointment by texting to 905-691-4873 * text will be answered Mon-Fri between 9 am and 4:30 pm |
| Crisis Phone | Mon-Sun 24 hours 905-875-1555 |
| savis@savisofhalton.org | |
| Website | www.savisofhalton.org |
| Social Media |  Facebook: www.facebook.com/savisofhalton Instagram: www.instagram.com/savisofhalton Twitter: twitter.com/SAVISofHalton |
| Primary Contact | Administrative Coordinator |
| Volunteer Coordinator | Email: volunteercoordinator@savisofhalton.org |
| Site Information | |
| Located In Community | Oakville |
| Address & Map | South Oakville Centre (formerly Hopedale Mall) 1515 Rebecca St, Suite 227 Oakville, ON L6L 5G8 View Google Map |
| Intersection | Third Line and Rebecca St |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Agency Information | |
| Description (Agency) | A registered charity that provides free, confidential, non-judgmental, 24 hour support and counselling services for female-identified, male-identified and gender fluid survivors of violence, as well as support people of survivors. |
| Legal Status | (50) Non Profit |
| Established | 1989 |
| Primary Executive | Alma Arguello, Executive Director; Email: executivedirector@savisofhalton.org |
| Funding | Regional / Municipal - Region of Halton ; Provincial - Ministry of the Attorney General ; Donations ; United Way - Halton & Hamilton ; Foundation - Canadian Women's Foundation |
| Elections | AGM June |
| Description and Service Details | |
| Description (Service) | Services altered in response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) SAVIS of Halton has closed their physical office space and satellite locations, however we are continuing our work of supporting survivors via phone and zoom/video call counseling sessions. Our crisis line is operational, and we are encouraging survivors to reach us through the line, 905 875 1555, for emotional support and also for intakes to our services. Additionally, we are continuing our anti-human trafficking support services through phone and zoom/video calling as well. We are continuing to offer emotional support, systems navigation, case management, and housing support to survivors of human trafficking during this time. Survivors looking for support should contact us at our anti-human trafficking line, 905-483-0472, where they will be directly connected with a crisis worker. Additionally, SAVIS will begin hosting community groups virtually through zoom, all information about groups will be posted on our social media channels. ----------------------------------------- Services include: * 24-hour crisis line * free individual counselling for ages 14 and up * support services for friends and family members * advocacy, support and accompaniment to Nina's Place, the police station and court Public Education * customized public education workshops are available for elementary and high school students, community members and agencies in Halton * SAVIS is home to the Male Ally Network (MAN) which is composed of a network of men (14+) who are committed to ending violence against women and children Halton Collaborative Against Human Trafficking * created to raise awareness about human trafficking in Halton and surrounding area through public education and awareness presentations * for more information or to book a free presentation contact cstover@savisofhalton.org * the Oakville location is one of 5 SAVIS offices that are located in Halton * other locations include Milton , Burlington, Acton and Georgetown * call the main intake and information number at 905-825-3622 to arrange an appointment at this location * SAVIS is a partner agency of Support Services Network for Male Survivors in Ontario |
| Hours | Office Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 9 am-4:30 pm * weekly evening hours on Wed 9 am-8 pm |
| Areas Served | Halton Region |
| Eligibility | Ages: 12 year(s) and up All survivors of violence |
| Application | Call the intake and information number at 905-825-3622 to arrange an appointment |
| Languages | English ; Spanish ; Interpretive Services - when requested |
| Fees | None |
| Categories and Classification | |
| Service Categories | Adult Sexual Assault Prevention ; Crime Victim Accompaniment Services ; General Abuse Prevention ; Human Trafficking Prevention ; Planning/Coordinating/Advisory Groups ~ Men ~ Family Violence Issues ; Sexual Assault Counselling ~ Men ; Sexual Assault Counselling ~ Transgender Individuals ; Sexual Assault Counselling ~ Women ; Sexual Assault Hotlines ; Subject Specific Public Awareness/Education ~ Sexual Assault Issues ; Women's Advocacy Groups ~ Sexual Assault Issues |
| Older Adult Main Categories | ABUSE & CRISIS INTERVENTION |
| Older Adult Sub-Categories | Abuse (Domestic/Sexual) ; Crisis Intervention ; Distress Lines |
