“Since 1979, Lanark County Interval House and Community Support has been providing safe, emergency shelter for women and children fleeing domestic violence. Over the years, our services have grown to include extensive community support programs including individual and group counselling, second stage housing, family court support and programs specific to children and youth. As we honour our 40th year of service, we celebrate the leadership of strong feminist advocates, the outstanding support of community and the amazing demonstration of courage by women and children of Lanark County. We continue to do the work with gratitude, and our evolution remains rooted in the lived experience and the strong voices of women.”
Erin Lee, Executive Director
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As the only shelter and dedicated support service in Lanark County for victims of woman abuse, LCIHCS offers not only a 24-hour Help Line and Emergency Shelter but also extensive Community Support Programs for women and children. www.lcih.com
Jury recommendation 60 from the inquest into ending intimate partner violence says it must be require that primary actors advise the Chief Firearms Officer of expected and changed addresses for those under weapons conditions.It’s all about knowing where offenders are, and that can be a challenge in rural settings like ours. When you think about rural communities and access to weapons, it's crucial that we know where people are and their level of access as it relates to risk. This is another system that has to be up to date at all times, as its a key rung on the ladder to preventing a re-offense. This needs to be something that is communicated - especially in rural communities. Listen to the full discussion of this recommendation here: lanarkleedstoday.ca/2024/03/14/111861/
The Ottawa Senators Community Foundation donated tickets to us to take our clients to the Ottawa Senators vs Pittsburgh Penguins game on Tuesday, March 12th, 2024. It was a great March Break experience for all of our clients who attended and we had 6 clients who got to enjoy their first NHL game! Thank you so much for this wonderful experience! We'd also like to thank Premier Bus Lines Inc and in particular our bus driver Debbie for getting us to and from the game safely!
We’re thrilled to invite you to something special – Lanark County Interval House is hosting our very first Golf Tournament Fundraiser, and we want you to be a part of the excitement!Get ready to tee off for a cause and join us for a day filled with laughter, camaraderie, and plenty of memorable moments. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, our tournament promises to be a hole-in-one experience! All proceeds will go directly to women and children fleeing a life of violence and abuse.Join us May 31st at Mississippi Mills Golf Club. Play in a team of four, price is $160 per player, which includes 18 Holes Championship Golf, Cart, Swag Bag, and BBQ following the tournament.Grab your clubs, dust off your lucky golf shirt, and get ready to make a difference. Let’s swing into action together on May 31st!For more information and to register, visit our website. For more information on sponsorship opportunities please contact Cathie at cathie.mcormond@lcih.com or 613-257-3469 ext. 164. lcih.org/events/event/golf-for-change-charity-golf-tournament-in-support-of-lcihcs/?utm_campaign=...
After three years of being manipulated, controlled, stalked, brainwashed and threatened, feeling like I was constantly walking on eggshells to appease him, and frankly, scared that he could kill me someday, I got out.
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