Third Place Transition House for Truro, Colchester and East Hants

Third Place
Transition House
offers 24 hour support services 365 days of the year, and safe shelter for women and children fleeing abuse and violence.

Third Place Transition House

Third Place Transition House is a 10 bed shelter that offers support services for women and children fleeing abuse and violence. We provide non-judgemental, inclusive, confidential services; offering a safe space for healing to begin. Third Place also offers Outreach Services, Public Education and Programming in Truro, Colchester and East Hants. Third Place is committed to the trauma-informed principles of awareness, safety, trustworthiness, choice, collaboration and empowerment in the work that we do.

Violence against women is a complex, societal issue, and abuse can take many forms; such as, physical, emotional, verbal, psychological, sexual and financial. We believe in the strength and resilience of women who face domestic, family or intimate partner violence.


 

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September is Suicide Awareness Month.💬Break the silence Approximately 12% of Canadians experience thoughts of suicide at some point in their lives. 🤝 Reduce isolationIsolation is one of the leading contributors in depression and thoughts of suicide. Be a safe space for people in your life. If you are experiencing challenging times, know the resources around you, you are not alone.💜 Increase hopeHope pushes us forward, allowing us to see the light. If you believe you or someone you know is experiencing abuse please reach out, we are here to help. Third Place Transition House 24H Support Line : 902-893-3232Toll-Free Provincial Line : 1-855-225-0220 ...
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🌻September Support Groups🌻💬Monthly Support Groups 📍East Hants : Sept. 17 12:00pm-2:00pm📍Truro : Sept. 23 10:00am-12:00pmOur Monthly Support Group encourages a supportive environment where individuals are safe to express feelings, struggles, and questions in participant-centred conversations. We also welcome those who may not feel comfortable contributing to conversation but still wish to be present to listen and learn!📞 To register : call 902-895-9740🎨Heal Your Heart with Art 📍Truro : Sept. 2 & 16 6:30pm-8:00pmA safe space for women who have experienced intimate partner violence or relationship trauma to use painting and art as a means of expression and healing. Art supplies are provided and there is no cost to participate.📞 To register : call 902-893-4844Locations of our groups are shared upon registration. 💜If you believe you or someone you know is experiencing abuse please reach out, we are here to help. Third Place Transition House 24H Support Line : 902-893-3232Toll-Free Provincial Line : 1-855-225-0220 ...
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🎉Our first 50/50 draw is next week! 🚨Remember to buy your tickets!!Who wants to win the jackpot? 💰🎉The Shared Hope 50/50 is officially LIVE! Get your tickets now for a chance to win big while supporting the Colchester Food Network and Third Place Transition House.Help us reach our goal and support two amazing local organizations.🎟️ Grab your tickets: rafflebox.ca/raffle/cehth/ ...
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Education is prevention. Third Place Transition House offers free educational workshops and training for businesses, service providers, and communities within Colchester and East Hants. With a wide variety of topics, Third Place will curate a session specific to what you are looking for.Topics include:- Recognizing and responding to intimate partner and domestic violence- Recognizing violence in the workplace- Consent - Boundaries and healthy conflict resolution - Healthy relationships - Coercive control - and moreTo discuss bringing an educational session to your space, please email olivia@thirdplaceth.ca or call 782-370-2905. ...
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