Listing Category
Short Description
Emergency shelter & 24/7 crisis support for women and their children confronting gender-based violence.
Offers confidential refuge, counselling, legal and housing advocacy, youth programs, and community transition—all free and accessible.
Temporary first stage emergency shelter for abused women and their children
24-hour crisis counselling phone line
Offers confidential refuge, counselling, legal and housing advocacy, youth programs, and community transition—all free and accessible.
Temporary first stage emergency shelter for abused women and their children
24-hour crisis counselling phone line
Description
Nelson House of Ottawa‑Carleton
A trusted 24/7 emergency shelter in Nepean, Ottawa, serving women (including trans and gender‑diverse) fleeing abuse and their children.
Key features include:
15‑bed refuge offering up to ~90 days of stay in private rooms with shared common areas
24‑hour crisis line (613‑225‑3129) providing immediate support, safety planning, and referrals