For over 30 years, Women’s Resources has worked with the community to provide services and support to help women & their children fleeing abuse
Abuse is when someone uses their power to control the actions and beliefs of another person.
We Can Help
If you need immediate help or a counsellor to talk to about your experience of domestic violence or abuse call the 24-hour support line at:
(705) 878-3662 – or – 1 (800) 565-5350
*These numbers will not appear on your phone bill
Our programs are provided to all women and those identifying as women:
- Counselling (Learn More)
- Support Line (Learn More)
- Support Groups (Learn More)
- Resource Centre (Learn More)
- Emergency Shelter (Learn more)
WHO ARE WE?
Women’s Resources of Kawartha Lakes, is a not-for-profit organization created and run by local women.
Accessibility
Women’s Resources is committed to ensuring that our services are as accessible to all as possible. We have an Accessibility Policy as well as a Customer Service Plan.
RESOURCE CENTRE
Books and DVD’s are available in our library including online resources.
We also provide information and education on woman abuse as well as local, national, and Provincial women’s issues
Real Support. Real People
Women’s Resources offers a range of services to support women and their children who are fleeing abusive situations in the City of Kawartha Lakes and surrounding area.
All services are free and confidential.
Women and children sheltered since 1992
Support and crisis calls received since 1992
Number of women who have experienced abuse that have been helped by WR since 1992
News and Events
Women’s Resources Is Always Hosting Events To Raise Awareness And Funds
Blog
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Invisible Scars
Intimate partner violence (IPV), leaves scars that are not always visible. For years, we at Women’s Resources have been speaking out about the devastating impact abuse has on a woman’s […] …read mo
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Well-Earned Retirement
It’s official: Executive Director Lori Watson will step down next year. We can’t quite believe it’s real, but after 30 years guiding Women’s Resources, Lori Watson is retiring in June […] …read mo
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CASH PLUS RAFFLE!
Behind the scenes on our big annual fundraising raffle. If you don’t have your tickets yet for this year’s CASH PLUS RAFFLE!, don’t worry—sales are just getting started. This important […] …read mo
Help support Women’s Resources
Donations to Women’s Resources support Programs and Services in our Community
We’re excited to offer a series of spring sessions designed to support children ages 5-12 who have witnessed or experienced abuse at home, school or in the community.
These groups will focus on:
💫 Safety
🧘♀️ Mindfulness
💖 Self-Esteem
👨👩👧 Family
🌈 Emotional Regulation
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Fantastic tickets just became available for The Reklaws…
Get them online:
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When this happens, it’s usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it’s been deleted.Scotiabank has been a generous Sponsor since our first Marquee Event in 2011, donating over $50,000!! And again this year Scotiabank is Sponsoring our Marquee Event Fundraiser featuring The Reklaws at the Community Leader level through their matching funds program. Scotiabank, Lindsay is also Women’s Resources Financial institution helping us with the daily ins and outs of accounts and investments. How grateful we are for their support and expertise.
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When you shop at Vicky’s Values Thrift Boutique, you’re not just scoring unique finds and great deals – you’re making a difference in the lives of local women and children. Every purchase helps fund vital programs through Women’s Resources, providing support, safety, and empowerment to those in need. 💜When you shop at Vicky’s Values, you’re not just scoring unique finds and great deals – you’re making a difference in the lives of local women and children. Every purchase helps fund vital programs through Women’s Resources, providing support, safety, and empowerment to those in need. 💜 … See MoreSee Less
Women and children fleeing abuse are taking brave steps toward safety, hope, and a brighter future. 💜 Women’s Resources is here to provide the support they need—but we can’t do it alone.
Your donation can help provide:
💡 Safe shelter
🛏️ Essential supplies
🧡 Counseling and support programs
👶 Resources for children
👉 Donate online today to empower survivors and help break the cycle of abuse. Every contribution, big or small, makes a difference. … See MoreSee Less
This infographic provides victims of federal offenders with information on the different services available to them from the Correctional Service of Canada. … See MoreSee Less
For the second year, Carbon Contracting Inc is in the exciting position of Executive Sponsor for our Marquee Event Fundraiser featuring The Reklaws! Carbon has also been our contractor of choice for work on our facilities over the past few years, including Lori’s Place, our new Second Stage Housing project. Carbon can do it all – any renovating/construction/building project you take on, they’ve got you covered! THANK YOU so much for your generous support. We really can’t manage without you!
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