Second Stage Housing

Elk Valley Family Society supports Safe homes and second stage housing for women — with or without children — who have experienced domestic violence, past or present or who are at risk of domestic violence.

Elk Valley Family Society’s Second stage housing has 11 private apartments available that are subsidized, secure and with support services, where you can live safely and independently as you transition towards a life free of violence. The rent is subsidized. Staff are available to provide emotional support, safety planning, advocacy, accompaniment and referrals.

IF YOU ARE IN IMMEDIATE DANGER

  • Call 911 and ask for the police

Eligibility

Age

  • Services are for adult women aged 19 years and older, with or without their dependent children.

  • Women younger than 19 who are living independently may also be eligible for services. If you are under 19 years of age, connect with us for further details.

Support our Work

EVFS’s Chrysalis House is a second-stage housing program serving women and children fleeing/at risk of domestic violence and homelessness. Since its construction in 1998, Chrysalis House has provided safe housing for women and children in transition; however, unlike most second-stage housing programs across B.C., it has never received sustainable support funding.

Despite this, the need for Chrysalis House has only grown and the complexity of clients’ needs has increased dramatically. We thank you in advance for your support.

Support our Program

Other Resources for Domestic Violence

Elk Valley Safe Homes program is a 24 hour per day service that is confidential and free. That is available to provide a variety of resources including shelter, food, emotional support, transportation, safety planning etc.
PHONE: 250-946-6004

Fernie Women's Resource Centre serves the Elk Valley and South Country. They are a referral and drop-in centre offering support to women and their families.
PHONE: 250-423-4687
http://www.ferniewomenscentre.com

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