About Us

Lanark County Interval House and Community Support offers emergency and on-going programs to women and children living in or escaping from domestic violence. We were founded in 1979 by a number of brave and determined feminists who saw the need in Lanark County for a safe place for women experiencing violence at home and in their relationships.

Events

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As Good As New Store

For everything you need to know about shopping and donation updates at our store, As Good As New!

Looking for a way to support us? We accept gently used items at our thrift store. The store is completely volunteer-run, so 100% of donations come back to us! 

Blog

Read our blog for regular updates and news about Lanark County and action against violence in our community.

COVID: Safe at Home

“You are not stuck at home, you are safe at home.” 

This is the slogan circulating throughout the media to reassure citizens currently self-isolating to limit the spread of COVID-19. Unfortunately, there is an extremely vulnerable demographic that this message neglects – women and children living with domestic violence. Not only does isolation significantly increase rates of abuse, so does the substantial rise in depression, anxiety, irritability, and substance abuse associated with the present uncertainty the world is facing. For some, this can be a deadly combination. 

New COVID-19 Text and Chat Line

Together with the Ottawa Coalition to End Violence Against Women, Interval House of Ottawa, Ottawa Victim Services and the Eastern Ottawa Resource Centre, Crime Prevention Ottawa is pleased to announce the launch of Unsafe at Home Ottawa, a secure and supportive text and online chat line for victims and survivors of domestic and gender-based violence.

“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

Tickets available NOW!The LCIHCS Team and Board of Directors is thrilled to invite you to the 2nd Annual LCIHCS Golf Fore Change fundraising tournament. Proceeds from the 2025 tournament will be dedicated to the LCIHCS shelter kitchen reconstruction.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 seasone ... See MoreSee Less
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Don’t miss out! On Thursday, April 24th, at 7:00 PM, join us at the Carleton Place Town Hall Auditorium (175 Bridge Street) for an insightful event exploring the intersection between intimate partner violence and economic vulnerability, and how basic income could help reduce the incidence of this form of violence. Esteemed guest speakers include Senator Kim Pate and Erin Lee, Executive Director ... See MoreSee Less
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🍀 Happy St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀We’re feeling lucky to have such an amazing team, and today we’re celebrating in style! ☘️💚 Our staff are ShamROCKING their green See It, Name It, Change It merch!St. Patrick’s Day is all about community, connection, and a little bit of magic—and what’s more magical than working together to create safer spaces for everyone? ✨Wishing you a day filled with good luck ... See MoreSee Less
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