a guide to supporting children exposed to domestic violence

• have had experiences where you felt discriminated against because you are
Aboriginal
ABORIGINAL WOMEN HAVE FOUND IT HELPFUL TO:
• Connect with other Aboriginal women to get information and support. Contact
one of the following:
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Aboriginal friendship centre. These are located in many areas of the province.
For a list, see the wesbite: http://www.bcaafc.com/contact/index.html.
Pacific Association of First Nations Women,
204-96 E Broadway, Vancouver BC V6T 4N9.
Assists Aboriginal women and their families with health, education and social
services issues.
Telephone: 604-873-1833
E-mail: pafnw@telus.net
Aboriginal Mother Centre Society,
208-2019 Dundas St, Vancouver BC V5L 1J5.
Child-friendly setting where mothers can gather. Also has services such as free
counselling and a 12-week traditional parenting skills program. Includes a
meal program and donated toys, clothing, and household goods.
Telephone: 604-253-6263
E-mail: amc@amcs.ca
Website: http://www.amcs.ca
Use services that are for Aboriginal people:
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Counselling services on reservations, or available through Aboriginal
Friendship Centres.
Vancouver Native Health Society,
449 East Hastings St, Vancouver BC.
Offers a number of services including: Aboriginal Head Start Program;
Upgrading Skills; Residential School Healing Centre; Walk-In Clinic; Safe House
for Youth; Positive Outlook Program for HIV/AIDS; Aboriginal Diabetes
Awareness Prevention and Teaching.
Telephone: 604-254-9949
E-mail: vnhs@shawbiz.ca
Website: http://www.vnhs.net
Hey-Way’-Noqu’ Healing Circle. Alcohol and Drug Counselling Program,
640 Oxford St, Vancouver BC V5K 3X7.
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