Programs and Services

24 Hour Crisis Intervention Including a 24-Hour Crisis Line

Support, assistance, information, referral and individualized response for victims of sexual assault/harassment/abuse. Family members or friends who are in need of support or require information that will assist them in supporting their loved one are welcome to call the Crisis Line. CKSACC staff members and volunteer crisis-line workers are available 24/7 at 519-354-8688.

Support & Advocacy

Short or long term support counselling, as well as information, advocacy and assistance with such matters as housing and basic needs, criminal injuries compensation, human rights concerns, community organizations and programs, social services etc. are available. Survivors can schedule appointments by calling our 24/7 crisis line at 519-354-8688 or by calling our business line during business hours (Monday-Thursday @9:00am-4:30pm, Fridays @9:00am-3:30pm) at 519-354-8908.

Outreach

Through co-operative efforts with community partners CKSACC support services are available at specific locations throughout the Municipality of Chatham-Kent. In addition, the CKSACC participates in the organization and planning of joint endeavours with other equality-seeking social/justice community groups to promote respect and address issues of inequality and marginalization.

Awareness and Prevention

CKSACC offers an array of public education and awareness opportunities aimed at increasing understanding and consciousness about systemic roots and causes of gendered violence and ending sexual assault / harassment / abuse. In addition to community displays, a lending library, special projects and events, dissemination of printed material, and when human resources allow, the CKSACC also accepts speaking engagements. To request a speaking engagement please call 519-354-8908 ext. 4 during business hours (Monday-Thursday @9:00am-4:30pm, Fridays @9:00am-3:30pm), or email kayla@cksacc.org.

Information and Referral

Information and referrals are provided as required to meet individual circumstances.