Harmony House

The only second-stage women's shelter in Ottawa, Ontario

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There are many resources to help women escape violent situations.

• Emergency contact information for hotlines, shelters and other sources of help

• Checklist of important papers and items that a woman should try to bring with her when she leaves a violent situation.

• Cover your tracks. A woman should not underestimate her partner if she wants to leave a situation of abuse. Interval House outlines steps to help a woman protect herself before she has left.

• Shelters for women and children in Ontario

• Government assistance and support agencies