The brain is the most complex organ in our body. It tries to keep us safe when we’re experiencing trauma, such as Intimate Partner Violence (IPV). But these safety mechanisms can sometimes result in long-term changes to the brain that can actually prolong stress. The good news is that the brain can rewire itself and …
There is an abundance of research on cycles of abuse in Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) and why survivors have difficulties leaving abusive relationships. Several reasons exist, including but not limited to gaslighting, manipulation, increased risk of further harm, financial dependence, isolation, familial or cultural expectations, and physiological vulnerabilities. Additionally, some survivors of abuse may experience …
Some moves are more complicated than others – maybe it’s an unusually large move, or one that can only be completed during business hours. That’s where moving company partners can help, explains Stephanie Ling, Operations Manager for Shelter Movers Vancouver (SMV). “We usually only use moving company partners for low-risk moves. And we usually still …
When I found out that I had to move I was so worried. Then my support worker told me about Shelter Movers. They helped me so much, they were respectful and understood my anxiety. Not only did they move my stuff, they gave me a ride to my new place and I felt like a …
Giving Immigrant Women the Tools to Build a New Life Read More »
Trucks aren’t typically the stars of a story, but when it comes to Shelter Movers, they play a leading role. Trucks give Shelter Movers clients the chance to retain their belongings while transitioning to a new life and the importance of that, both economically and emotionally, can’t be overstated. That is why a strong partnership …
Making the decision to leave an abusive situation can be hard, but figuring out how to leave can be even harder. If you’re thinking of leaving an abusive relationship or know someone who needs help, there are local Indigenous-focused programs that can help. Check out the list below for free or low-cost assistance with housing, …
Vancouver Gender-Based Violence Support Services with an Indigenous Focus Read More »
Nisa Homes opened its first transition house seven years ago with a mission to “create the opportunity of ‘home’ for domestic abuse violence survivors across Canada.” A project of the National Zakat Foundation, the organization provides shelter to women and their children fleeing violence. [Zakat, meaning “to cleanse,” is one of the five pillars of …
The story of Burnaby’s Dixon Transition Society begins nearly five decades ago, in 1973, when three women – all healthcare professionals – started a counselling program for parents with children in foster care. Those early group sessions held evenings around a kitchen table led to the creation of The Life Line Society, which opened Burnaby’s …
Community Partner Spotlight: Dixon Transition Society Read More »
Lisa Rupert, Vice President of Housing and Violence Prevention for the YWCA Metro Vancouver, remembers when she first heard about Shelter Movers. “It was back in 2018 that I got an email from the BC Society of Transition Houses, asking if I would meet with Brian Vidler (Shelter Movers Vancouver’s first chapter director). I was curious,” she …
Moving to Safety: A Partnership between YWCA and Shelter Movers Read More »
Could you imagine experiencing a pandemic in the 1920s? Fast-forward a century into the era of the internet, communication at the speed of light is something we take for granted. We are able to see and read what is happening all around the world with a click of a button in real time, whether it …
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