The menu of services offered by the Program includes:

 -24/7 assistance when requested by police or emergency services.
 -Needs assessment
 -Practical assistance
 -Referrals to relevant community and government support services.
 -Support to assess eligibility and apply to the Victim Quick Response Program+ (VQRP+)
 -Safety Planning
 -Provision of Information
 -Enhanced Support
 -Community Support Sessions; and
 -Client Follow-up

Self-referrals are welcome by contacting our office at 705-647-0096 or 705-568-2154 during business hours.

• Provides crisis intervention services to individuals affected by family violence and in any situation where there is a crisis 
• Offers immediate on site or telephone assistance  
• Dispatches call to police when deemed necessary  
• Ensures victims receive support and assistance to secure their safety  
• Arranges meeting family members at centre or agreed upon location to discuss possible crisis resolutions 
• Provides advocacy on behalf of individuals and families dealing with various agencies 
• Provides information and referrals to appropriate resources and services  
• Provides assistance to First Response Team

To Apply: Complete appropriate form following the application guide. Visit the webpage for more details on the application and hearing process.

FAQ: Do I have to attend a hearing?

If your claim can be assessed based on written evidence alone, you won't need to attend a hearing. One of our adjudicators will make a decision based on the information in the file. This is called a documentary hearing. If an oral hearing is needed, you must be present. At an electronic hearing you will be on the phone or video conference while the adjudicators are at a hearing site. During an oral or electronic hearing, the adjudicators will ask questions about the incident, injuries and associated costs.

Fem’aide can also respond to requests for information made by family and friends of women who are victims of violence. They support existing French language services whenever they are available. 

Crisis Intervention Services

• Crisis Line
• Mobile Crisis Team
• Free for those of all ages living or visiting in the Sudbury & Manitoulin Districts,  no appointment

Look For Crisis Line Below

NEO Kids & Family Program:

• Children's Treatment Centre (motor and communication impairments)
• Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Violence Intervention and Prevention Program (VIPP) (no referral necessary)
• Pediatric 12-bed unit

Call NEO Kids (see number below)

Child, Adolescent and Family Services:

• Child and Adolescent Mental Health Program (CAMHP) 705.523.7100 ext. 8012 (Ramsey)
• Regional Eating Disorders Program (REDP) 705.523.4988 ext. 4211
• Perinatal Mental Health Program (Print/ Complete Ediburgh Scale and bring to appointment) 705.523.4988 ext. 4242
• Early Psychosis Intervention Program (EPI) 705.523.4988 ext. 4242

Transitional Services:

• Short Term Crisis Safe Bed Program View contact under locations below
• Transitional Outpatient Service (TOPS) 705.523.4988 ext. 4291

Addictions Care:

• Outpatient Addictions and Gambling Service (OAGS) 705.523.4988 ext. 4211
• Withdrawal Management Services (WMS) View contact under locations below

Counselling and Treatment Services:

• Mood and Anxiety Program (MAP) 705.523.4988 ext. 4242

Psychosocial Rehabilitation:

• POSITIVE STEPS (chizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder or bipolar disorder) 705.523.4988 ext. 4377
• Community Treatment Order (CTO) 705.523.4988 ext 4377
• Assertive Community Treatment Teams 705.523.4988 ext 4282 or ext 4283

Developmental Services:

• Developmental Clinical Services (DCS) 705.523.4988 ext. 4256
• Specialized Residential Beds 705.523.4988 ext. 4320

Senior's Mental Health Services:

• Seniors Mental Health Outreach Program (SMHOP) 705.523.4988  ext 4291    
• Behavioural Support Ontario (BSO) 705.523.4988 ext. 4130

Services include: Counseling, variety of group therapies, advocacy, practical assistance, access to food and clothing bank, information and referral tailored to the specific needs of the women.

Hosts a Healthy relationship workshop (offered in 4 weekly sessions) primarily designed for women in partner relationships, but suitable for any type of relationship.

An Addictions Counsellor trained in Aboriginal/First Nations/Metis cultural-specific practices is available.

Programs:

• Addiction Services
• Developmental Services
• Counselling for People who Abuse their Partners
• Counselling for Men Who have been Sexually Abused
• Counselling for Women who have been abused
• Partner Intervention Program
• Counselling for Women who have been Sexually Abused
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Credit Counselling
• Post Partum Mood Disorder Program
• Alternative Dispute Resolution

Walk-In Counselling Services

Available every Tuesday from the beginning of Septemeber to th end of June. No fees or appointment needed. Some topics that people wish to discuss include couple and family relationships, domestic violence, sexual assault, alcohol or substance abuse regarding themselves or significant others, financial or debt challenges, among others.

Developmental Services Program

Children and families can access us directly by calling. Adults, who are 18 years old or over, who need our services can apply through Developmental Services Ontario. Please ask for an APSW.  There are no fees for these services.