Service
Maxxine Wright Shelter for Women
Provided by Atira Women's Resource Society
36 other services offered by this agency.
Maxxine Wright Shelter for Women
Serves women who are pregnant or have a newborn and need a safe place to stay. Women can access the shelter at any point during their pregnancy, and potentially stay until their baby is six months old. The shelter is staffed around the clock; staff provides emotional and practical support, parenting support, advocacy, accompaniments, child-care, support groups for children, support group for women, information and referral, and activity groups. Works closely with the Maxxine Wright Community Health Centre to offer informal groups on infant development, parenting, feeding, attachment and other topics. Accepts women who are using substances; however, no drugs or alcohol are allowed on the premises. Accepts women who are involved with Ministry of Children and Family Development. Cannot accommodate pets. Wheelchair accessible. Staffed 24 hours daily.
Website
Contact
- Intake (24-hour): 604-580-2915
- Crisis Line (24-hour): 604-580-2916
- Fax: 604-688-1799
- Email: mwsheltersupport@atira.bc.ca
Address
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13733 92 Avenue
Surrey, BC, V3V 1H9
Mailing Address
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107-2430 King George Boulevard
Surrey, BC, V4P 1H5