Safe Suite Program
This program provides temporary housing for men, women and
couples, 55 years or older who are in need of a safe place
to stay due to abuse or neglect and whose needs cannot be
effectively met by existing abuse/crisis services. Abuse may
be physical, emotional/psychological, sexual, financial or
neglect.
Who is Eligible? • 55 years of age or older • Women and men • Older adults who have experienced abuse or are at imminent risk of abuse What Services Are Provided? • Social Workers provide counselling services • Furnished accommodations for up to 60 days • Victoria Lifeline support • Practical assistance with arranging finances, housing, legal and support services What is the cost? A & O: Support Service for Older Adults is able to provide this service at no cost to older adults through partnerships with the Manitoba Seniors and Healthy Aging Secretariat, the Winnipeg Police Service, Victoria Lifeline and the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority. What Other Crisis Services Are Available? The primary crisis lines listed below will assess situations that are life-threatening (police/emergency response required) as a result of domestic violence or sexual assault. Police/Emergency Services 911 Senior’s Abuse Support Line 1-888-896-7183 Who Can I Contact? If you are concerned that an older adult may be experiencing abuse or neglect and have questions about the Safe Suite Program, please call: A & O: Support Services for Older Adults Intake Line In Winnipeg: 204-956-6440 Toll-free: 1-888-333-3121 Fax: 204-946-5667 E-mail: intake@aosupportservices.ca All calls are strictly confidential.
“Two other organizations in Kamloops and North
Vancouver have opened “Safe Suites” modeled on your program.
Imitation is the highest form of flattery, as they say. Your
work is clearly impacting the lives of seniors across
Canada.”
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