As part of CFUW/Kanata’s Advocacy Program and in the spirit of women helping women, CFUW/Kanata has long been a supporter of Chrysalis House. In March of each year CFUW/Kanata holds a fundraiser in support of the programs offered to the women and children living there. Your kindness and support are greatly appreciated.

Chrysalis House is a safe and secure 25-bed shelter in Western Ottawa. It is a place where any self-identified woman or gender-diverse individual over the age of 16 can go to protect themselves and their dependants from violence and abuse. In this supportive environment, an individual can focus on their personal needs and choices, as well as on their dependants’ needs.

Services provided during a resident’s stay may include:

• Safety planning
• Goal setting
• Crisis intervention
• One-to-one supportive counselling
• Group support
• Education and information
• Assistance with accessing financial, legal and housing support
• Navigating complex systems such as immigration, Children’s Aid Society, schooling and employment
• Accompaniment services
• Advocacy
• Referral to community resources

Services provided to children and youth staying at Chrysalis House may include:

• Safety planning
• Goal setting
• Crisis intervention
• One-to-one support
• Group support
• Education and information
• Advocacy