Kelowna Women's Shelter

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Record #: KNA0429 Last Modified: 12 Jan 2012 Last Full Update: 12 Jan 2012
Location, Telephone & Internet
Located In CommunityCentral (Kelowna)
Office Phone250.763.1040
Crisis Phone250.763.1040
Fax250.763.3695
E-Mailinfo@coess.ca
Websitewww.kelownawomensshelter.ca
Contact Information
Mailing AddressPO Box 20193 
RPO Towne Centre 
Kelowna, BC V1Y 9H2
Primary ContactLaura Banman, Manager of Programs and Staffing; Email: laura@coess.ca
Alternate ContactKathleen Lemieux, Community Awareness, Volunteer and Event Coordinator; Email: community@coess.ca
Description & Services
AccessibilityFully Accessible
Organization TypesNon-Profit
DescriptionProvides sanctuary, advocacy, support and self development opportunities for women and children during and after crisis from physical, emotional and sexual abuse
Service Details* Transition House: 24-hr emergency accommodation for women and children seeking a safe haven away from relationship abuse 
* 2nd Stage House: A home for women without children who require a longer period of support following their stay at the Shelter 
* Supportive Women's Programs: Individual and group counselling sessions, life skills programs 
* Children Who Witness Abuse Program: Group and individual counselling for children who have experienced abuse in the family 
* Inside/Out Program: Offers a violence prevention program for female and male children and youth that operates in schools and other community settings 
 
Operates a Thrift Store at 527 Lawrence Avenue * donations needed: grocery gift cards, non-perishable food items, new socks and undergarments * pajamas, robes and slippers * movie passes and gift certificates * swimsuits, sunhats and sunscreen * office supplies * arts and crafts supplies * personal deodorant and razors * fresh produce * journals, good condition * linens and towels * gifts and food items during annual holiday celebrations
HoursMon-Sun, 24 hours
How to ApplyAll programs are self-referral
CostFree
LanguagesEnglish
Other Details
Established1980