Story Posted: December 14, 2011

Intimate Partner Violence Information Handbook

Family Service Saskatoon is pleased to announce the launch of a new resource for individuals experiencing intimate partner violence.

Intimate partner violence does not discriminate. It happens in heterosexual and same-sex partnerships. It occurs within all age ranges, ethnic backgrounds, education and economic levels and in all types of families.

This handbook provides the reader with an understanding of what intimate partner violence is, the effects it has on children, the cycle of abuse, individual rights, safety planning and also provides a listing of resources available in our community.

The Domestic Violence Court (DVC) Case Worker Program is a program of Family Service Saskatoon. The DVC Case Workers understand that victims of Intimate Partner Violence may feel confused, angry or neglected by their situation and the justice system. DVC Case Workers provide information and support to all victims in all domestic violence cases.

Family Service Saskatoon also has an Intimate Parnter Violence Outreach Program, funded by the Ministry of Justice and the Attorney General. This program offers support through short-term crisis intervention and counselling to individuals who are currently experiencing violence in their intimate partner relationships. This is a free and voluntary program for those who require assistance in establishing and maintaining safe and healthy partner relationships. Support groups and weekly drop-in groups are offered to provide information and education on issues related to violence.

While reading this booklet remember, YOU DID NOT CAUSE THE ABUSE and YOU ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ACTIONS OF ANOTHER PERSON.

You are not alone.

It can be downloaded from this website, or for printed copies please contact us at 244-0127.

Intimate Partner Violence Information Handbook

For more information call 244-0127.

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