Whether you: Want to speak to someone Need someone to listen Want professional expertise Are worried about your safety Need a safe place to stay Need a safety plan Shelters near you can help. Find a member shelter or call our confidential and toll-free line at 1-866-331-3933 to speak with someone at a shelter near you. If you suspect a child is at risk, you must report it. 1-800-387-5437 (Kids) Call 911 if you are in immediate danger. Locate a ShelterContact a member shelter near you for assistance. You don't need to stay at a shelter to get help from one.Find a Shelter Identify Domestic Violence There are many different types of abuse. Learn to recognize the signs. Safety & Planning A safety plan is a personalized, practical plan that includes ways to remain safe while in a relationship, planning to leave, or after you leave. How To Help a Friend Do you know someone who is experiencing abuse? Information on how to assist them. Shelter Services Links to direct service organizations. Featured Resources Shelters currently contracted by the Government of Alberta Visit Link Shelter Safe: Canadian Network of Women's Shelters and Transition Houses Visit Link National Aboriginal Circle Against Family Violence Visit Link Other Services Links to external organizations and services. Featured Resources Sheltering Programs for Older Adults in Canada Download Canadian Mental Health Association Visit Link Centre for Addiction and Mental Health Visit Link The Action Coalition on Human Trafficking Alberta Visit Link Informational Resources ACWS resources, links, and information. Featured Resources ACWS Member Shelters: Find a Shelter Visit Link Signs of Domestic Violence During COVID-19 Download How Can You Help? Download Power and Control Wheel Download 6 things you can do if you think a friend might be experiencing domestic abuse Download
