Abuse can be: emotional like name calling, financial like withholding money, physical like hitting, sexual like unwanted touching or rape, psychological like stalking or even bullying.
Everyone deserves to feel safe. Many people think that they should not get involved, or are not sure what to do but if you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, tell someone or call police. We're #HereToHelp. Remember, you can always ask to speak to someone discretely if you want to report something of a sensitive, personal nature.
If in immediate danger, always call 911.
Find Help:
- The Children's Aid Society of Ottawa - casott.on.ca/
- Ontario Association of Children's Aid Society
- Kids Help Phone (talk or text)
- OCTEVAW - Get help for you or a friend
- Ottawa Distress Centre 24/7
- Ottawa Rape Crisis Centre
- Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
- The Sexual Assault Support Centre of Ottawa (613) 725-2160
- University of Ottawa Health Centre (613) 562-5222
- Stop Abuse in Families
- Teen Talk
- Neighbours, Friends and Families
The following are common signs and symptoms of various forms of abuse:
- Warning Signs of Partner Abuse (commonly referred to as domestic violence)
- Possible Indicators of Abuse in children
- Signs and Symptoms of Sexual Abuse in children
- Signs of bullying
- Warning Signs of an abusive relationship
- Emotional Abuse
- Types of Elder Abuse
- Healthy Relationships
Other Police Resources:
Ottawa Police Youth Section: 613-236-1222 ext 5355
Ottawa Police Partner Assault Unit: 613-236-1222 ext 5407
Ottawa Police Sexual Assault/Child Abuse Unit: 613-236-1222 ext 5944
Ottawa Police Elder Abuse Section: 613-236-1222 ext 5945
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