Services & Programs

Transitional Housing/Safe Shelter for a 6-week stay
Counselling Supports, Advocacy and Referrals
24 Hour Crisis Line
Safety Planning
Outreach Support
Family Support
Public Education & Presentations
Community Partnerships
Policy Engagement

Public Education:

We are committed to ending violence against women and children in our community. A major part of this ambitious and worthy goal is sharing knowledge. If you are interested in having a staff person provide an educational event on:

family violence
domestic violence
impacts on children
how to recognize signs of abuse
or other important topic areas

Please contact 902-893-4844 or fill out the contact form.

Family Support Services:

System Navigation
Parenting Support
Education & Presentations
Family Outreach

Outreach Support Services:

System Navigation
Court Support
Advocacy and Referrals

Heal Your Heart with Art:

A program for women who have experienced domestic abuse, using painting to help with their healing. Safe, supportive, confidential environment. No cost to participate.

To register, please contact Third Place Transition House at 902-893-4844.

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Donations may be made by cash, cheque, Visa, or MasterCard by calling 902-893-4844 or by following the Donate Now button. Tax receipt can be issued for all monetary donations.

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Third Place Transition House

2 weeks ago

Our Monthly Support Groups are resuming after the summer break. Call us at 902-893-3232 for more information or to register! ... See MoreSee Less

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Third Place Transition House

2 weeks ago

Self-care is a personal journey, and what works for one may not work for another. Join us for a transformative workshop where we’ll explore:✨ Effective Strategies: Carve out time for self-care in your busy life🌱 Building Self-Esteem: Cultivate confidence and resilience🛡️ Healthy Boundaries: Learn to prioritize your mental and physical well-beingAre you ready to invest in yourself? Let’s embark on this journey together! 💖🗓️ Date: October 11, 2024🕛 Time: 12 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.👉 Register HERE: www.eventbrite.ca/e/1030124679647?aff=oddtdtcreator ... See MoreSee Less

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Third Place Transition House

3 weeks ago

The Family Justice Navigator's upcoming in-person meeting hours at the Truro Library: ... See MoreSee Less

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Third Place Transition House

4 weeks ago

⚠️‼️ Important report from Nova Scotia’s Drug Harms Alert - Actiq/Duragesic suspected to contain strong opioids in Hantsport, NSDon’t use alone, if possible. Overdose Prevention Sites support harm reduction by providing equipment and a safe and caring space for people to use drugs. These sites are equipped to respond to overdoses and connect people to important health and social services:- ReFIX Halifax Overdose Prevention Site: Address: 2107 Brunswick St. Halifax; Phone: 902-209-9370 - PeerSix Overdose Prevention SiteAddress: 75 Prince St. Sydney; Phone: 902-567-1766If you are using alone, call the National Overdose Response Service (NORS) phone line at 1-888-688-NORS. It is a 24/7 phone line available for anyone in Canada to call and the operator will "spot" you while you use. For more information visit www.nors.ca.Alternatively, call a trusted support person and let them know you are using alone and provide them with your location.Start with a test dose. Start low, go slow. Have naloxone available, even if you aren’t intentionally using opioids. Although naloxone only works to reverse opioid overdoses, there is no harm in administering it if you are unsure what kind of overdose you are witnessing. Naloxone is available for free from most community pharmacies and other community locations, including needle distribution and disposal organizations. For more information about where to get a free naloxone kit and how to use it, visit www.nsnaloxone.com/Call 911 in the event of an overdose. Know your rights under the Good Samaritan Act. ... See MoreSee Less

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