“Since 1979, Lanark County Interval House and Community Support has been providing safe, emergency shelter for women and children fleeing domestic violence. Over the years, our services have grown to include extensive community support programs including individual and group counselling, second stage housing, family court support and programs specific to children and youth. As we honour our 40th year of service, we celebrate the leadership of strong feminist advocates, the outstanding support of community and the amazing demonstration of courage by women and children of Lanark County. We continue to do the work with gratitude, and our evolution remains rooted in the lived experience and the strong voices of women.”
Erin Lee, Executive Director
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As the only shelter and dedicated support service in Lanark County for victims of woman abuse, LCIHCS offers not only a 24-hour Help Line and Emergency Shelter but also extensive Community Support Programs for women and children. www.lcih.com
Want to check out some LCIHCS swag?! Every purchase directly supports Lanark County Interval House's shelter and programming.For a LIMITED TIME ONLY sweaters and t-shirts will be available for purchasAs Good As New Thrift StoreStore. From May 13-18, stop in to get yours!Available in sizes XS-2XL in a variety of colours while supplies last!Hoodies (black, purple, navy) - $35Crew neck (sand, pink, military green, and maroon) $30T-Shirts (white, mint, light blue, black, burgandy, olive green, yellow, blue, teal) - $20
Have you registered for our Golf For Change Tournament yet? Don't wait - tickets are going fast! We have room for 10 more teams so register quickly if you don't want to miss out! Get ready to tee off for a cause and join us for a day filled with laughter, camaraderie, and plenty of memorable moments. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, our tournament promises to be a hole-in-one experience! All proceeds will go directly to women and children fleeing a life of violence and abuse.Join us May 31st at Mississippi Mills Golf Club. Play in a team of two or four, price is $160 per player, which includes 18 Holes Championship Golf, Cart, Swag Bag, and BBQ lunch..Grab your clubs, dust off your lucky golf shirt, and get ready to make a difference. Let’s swing into action together on May 31st!Interact on site, no ATM, please bring cash for purchases. Tickets available here at canadahelps.orgFor more information, please email cathie.mcormond@lcih.com!
National Mental Health Week is a reminder to prioritize self-care and support for ourselves and those around us. Here are some simple tips to promote mental wellness:Practice self-compassion: Be kind to yourself, especially during challenging times.Stay connected: Reach out to friends and loved ones for support and connection.Prioritize rest: Make sure to get enough sleep and take breaks when needed.Engage in activities you enjoy: Take time for hobbies or activities that bring you joy.Seek professional help if needed: There's no shame in reaching out to a therapist or counselor for support. There is strength in reaching out! Let's work together to break the stigma around mental health and support each other's well-being.
Today, May 5th, is the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. On this day of national importance we can honour the MMIWG by embracing and supporting community healing. We recognize the epidemic of MMIWG here in Canada, in the United States and around the world.Indigenous women and girls in Canada are disproportionately affected by violence and are over-represented in the rate of women that are murdered and go missing. The rate of homicide of Indigenous women is five times higher than non-Indigenous women.This day has become synonymous with red dresses and even known as Red Dress Day because of Jaime Black's The REDress Project.Metis artist Jaime Black, who is based in Winnipeg, founded the REDress Project to focus on the issue of missing or murdered Aboriginal women across Canada. The project is a visual reminder of the staggering number of women who are no longer with us.Black chose the colour red after speaking with an indigenous friend who told her that red is the only colour spirits can see and is a way of calling the spirits of missing and murdered women and girls back to their loved ones.Today, please take a moment to acknowledge the MMIWG. If you are able, wear something red in solidarity.