Peer Support for Individuals Impacted by Domestic Violence
Sagesse offers intake assessment appointments to help individuals impacted by domestic abuse explore and register for peer-based support programs. During your appointment, you'll speak with a trained Sagesse team member who will guide you through available services to help determine the best fit for your needs.
All programs are trauma-informed, confidential, and designed to meet people where they’re at in their healing journey. Programs include support groups such as:
Finding Our Voices
Focus on self-esteem and effective communication.
Growth Circle
A deep dive into the experience of domestic violence.
BElieve in YOU
For women who are, or have been, engaged at the intersections of domestic violence and sex work.
Step Forward
One-on-one discussions about issues relevant to your experience.
Who Is This For?
For adults (18+) who are:
- Impacted by domestic violence
- Individuals seeking peer-based support (group or individual)
- Those exploring healing, self-esteem, and communication skills
- Individuals involved in or exiting sex work with experiences of violence
- People seeking non-judgemental, accessible support
What To Expect?
Available appointment types:
- Virtual
- In-Person
Note: This is an initial intake appointment where you will meet with a Sagesse team member to find the program that best fits your situation. Services suggested may be delivered online or in-person, depending on the program.
What Is The Price?
This is a free service.
What Are The Benefits?
- Build self-esteem
- Process the impact of abuse
- Address experiences at the intersection of sex work and domestic violence
- Personalized one-on-one support
- Connect with individuals who have similar experiences
WHAT TO EXPECT
How does it work?
Choose and book a session.
You provide brief information on this secure site. Then choose the counselling time that works for you.
Receive Confirmation.
You will receive an email confirmation. At your appointment time, the counsellor will call you.
Your Counselling Session.
One 45-90-minute counselling session may be enough to address your needs. Other support options can also be discussed during your session.
Fee Structure
Community Connect YYC is committed to ensuring community members get the help they need when they need it, with as few barriers as possible, including finances. Some services found on the site are offered at no cost, some on a sliding scale basis, and others with a model that allows you to choose your own session fee. Every partner organization ensures that finances will never get in the way of accessing the service you need. For more information on the specific fee model of the service you selected, please review the service description or speak to the service provider with whom you book.
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