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Atira Women's Resource Society
"Atira Women’s Resource Society is a community-based organization that supports all women, and their children, who are experiencing the impact of violence committed against them and/or their children. Through education, advocacy and outreach, Atira is an active voice in the struggle to end violence against women and their children. Our feminist-based philosophy informs all our work with ourselves, each other and the community."
The Kettle Friendship Society


On July 19, 1976, a group of 20 concerned individuals prepared a brief addressing the need to develop a support service for individuals who were or had been receiving psychiatric treatment in the community.

The mandate of this group was to provide "care" as a complement to existing treatment facilities by attempting to enrich lives, broaden personal and social horizons and encourage participation in community life.

It was intended to offer a low key, softly directed social, recreational and life skills program. The contribution of literally hundreds of members, board of directors, staff, volunteers and community " friends" nurtured this dream into a remarkable reality.

Raincity Housing


St. James Community Service Society
St. James Community Service Society is a grassroots organization with more than 45 years of experience building community in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside. We strive to provide support for people who face multiple challenges in life. The Society recognizes that the measure of our success lies in our ability to help each individual whom we serve to recognize his or her own value and worth as a person.


Lookout Emergency Aide Society


Lookout Emergency Aid Society is a non-profit, charitable organization, providing non-sectarian lay services to adult men and women who cope with a wide variety of challenges including mental illness, mental handicaps, medical problems, physical disabilities, social dysfunctions, substance abuse or - more frequently - a combination of issues.


ADDICTIONS RESOURCES



Vancouver Coastal Health Addiction Services



WOMEN's ADDICTIONS RESOURCES


Avalon Women's Centres

An alcoholic or addict is anyone whose drinking or drugging causes problems in their lives. It doesn't matter how big or small the problem. To find out more please choose 'Am I an Alcoholic' alcoholic questionnaire.

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