Changing Ways - St Thomas Site - Partner Assault Response

Application

Call to schedule an intake/assessment meeting * referrals initiated by the Criminal Justice system or other community agencies

Eligibility / Target Population

Offenders 18 years and older, ordered by the court to attend the program in response to a criminal charge involving domestic violence

Fees

Client fee based on sliding scale

Languages

English

Language Notes

Interpretation available upon request

Area Served

London-Middlesex, St. Thomas-Elgin, Chatham-Kent

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services

12 week group education and counselling program on domestic violence and non-abusive ways of resolving conflict * victims/partners of the offender provided with support including safety planning, referrals to community resources, and information on offender’s progress

Session topics include:

defining use
how beliefs and attitudes affect behaviour
effects of use on self and others
understanding triggers/warning signs
impact of substance use
healthy relationships
respectful communication
dealing with conflict
responsibility and accountability