Abuse / Neglect - Information / Websites - Salmo Area
BC Society for Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse (BCSMSSA)
A non-profit society established to provide individual and group therapy to male survivors of sexual abuse. Also provides support for relatives and significant others of the survivors.more info
BC Society of Transition Houses (BCSTH)
Facilitates and supports the establishment of transition houses and other services to battered women and their children.more info
Ending Violence Association of BC (EVA BC)
Provincial Association of service providers addressing family violence, child sexual abuse (recent and historical) and sexual assault.more info
FREDA Centre for Research on Violence Against Women & Children
Feminist Research, Education,Development and Action (FREDA) Centre fosters and supports collaboration among community workers, practitioners, policy makers and academics who are involved in issues concerning violence against women and children.more info
Nelson Elder Abuse Prevention Program
Services once provided by the Nelson Elder Abuse Prevention Program (EAPP) are now being offered through 2 other Nelson agencies, with The Advocacy Centre providing various support services and the Nelson Public Library offering educational workshops and events.more info
Reporting Child Abuse (24/7): 1-800-663-9122
Available to anyone who is concerned about a situation pertaining to abuse or potential abuse of children.more info
Seniors First BC
Offers a number of programs and resources re legal rights and advocacy for seniors. more info
Society for Children and Youth of BC
A provincial advocacy organization dedicated to improving the well-being of children and youth in BC.more info
