Crime Prevention Guide

POLICE ASSOCIATION OF NOVA SCOTIA 123 Tearmann Society for Abused Women.................................. Tearmann House offers up to 6 weeks of shelter to women and their children in physically, emotionally, financially, and/or sexually abusive relationships. • tearmann.ca • 24Hour Crisis Line: 18888310330 / 9027520132 Third Place Transition House ............. 24hour crisis line, Shelter for women and children, Safe living environment for up to 6 weeks. • 18005654878 24Hour Crisis Line • www.thirdplaceth.ca Transition House Association of Nova Scotia ........................................ They can help you find a shelter near you if you want to leave an abusive relationship. Shelters can also help with information, crisis support and safety planning, even if you do not want to live at a shelter. You do not have to give your name. • 9024297287 or call 211 • thans.ca University of King's College Sexualized Violence Prevention and Response ............................................ Offers coordination, support, and services to those affected by sexualized violence. • 902 2296123 Victim Services ................................... Information, support, and help if you are a victim of crime, or the spouse or relative of a victim. Information about your case, help to write a victim impact statement, help to apply for money or counselling and get special help for child victims or a witness of a crime. • Halifax or Dartmouth or the South Shore: 9024243309 or Toll Free: 18884700773 • Kentville Region: 9026796201 or 18005651805 tollfree • Pictou Region: 9024853580 or 18005657912 tollfree • Sydney Region: 9025633655 or 18005650071tollfree Willow House ..................................... Offering a safe and supportive environment for those dealing with the physical, mental and emotional trauma caused by domestic and sexualized violence. • 18005632945 Toll free • Text questions to 9022025596 Getting Help continued

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