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THE NEXT STEP
Leaving after abuse takes courage, but it’s just the beginning. As outsiders we often have no idea when a person is abusing their partner. We also may not realize how....
Read MoreBeware creative abusers
Many survivors face harassment at every turn A woman who’s done everything she was supposed to, who’s found the strength to break off an abusive relationship, who may even be....
Read MoreShe needs you!
Pay attention to your coworkers for signs of abuse More than one-third of Canadians say they’ve worked with a woman they believed to have experienced intimate partner violence, according to....
Read MoreGrateful to you!
Your donations make all the difference From our Elf Express to our Marquee Event concert with Colin James in March to women and children who’ll have a brighter Christmas to....
Read MoreHelp to “Bring Us Home”
We’re nearly ready to Open the Door! When a woman is finally able to leave an abusive home, our shelter, Victoria’s, is there to help. Kind, supportive staff help women....
Read MorePride Matters
Why we need to stand together Pride Week is coming up soon in Kawartha Lakes. Why is that something we care about at Women’s Resources? Well, the stark reality is....
Read MoreThe Ugly Truth
Please be aware that this post contains descriptions of violence. A hidden price: Women who have been beaten by a partner or loved one have all kinds of injuries, but....
Read MoreVolunteer Appreciation Always
There’s nothing quite like the Women’s Resources volunteer experience “Women’s Resources makes a real difference in our community,” says Ruth Fallding. And she should know—she’s been helping out one day....
Read MoreOur Marquee Story
This is the eleventh year for the Marquee Event. The original idea was to help raise awareness of the work of Women’s Resources, but also to raise money through a....
Read MoreThank You To Our Generous Community!
Wow. Just . . . wow. As we start a new year, we are so grateful for the compassionate support we receive from you, the community we serve, because that....
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