Interval House

An emotionally abusive relationship often originates from a power imbalance. It may take place in the forms of yelling, bullying, threatening, isolating, and gaslighting. It is often a precursor to physical abuse or domestic violence.

Your gift will make a lasting difference for women and children fleeing abuse, not only during their time at Interval House, but for years to come. Please donate today.

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1987 marked a historical milestone at Interval House when we introduced our first male counsellor to the Children’s Program.
Today, men are an integral part of our Children’s Program team to help model positive and respectful interactions.

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Recognizing abuse is essential for breaking free from the cycle. Common signs of narcissistic abuse include:

• Constant emotional manipulation and psychological abuse
• Verbal abuse, such as insults, blame, and put-downs
• Controlling behaviours that limit your freedom or isolate you from family members
• The use of silent treatment or emotional blackmail to punish you
• A noticeable decline in self-esteem, self-worth, and well-being

If you are concerned for the safety of yourself or your children, take action quickly.

• Call 911. If you cannot speak, dial 911 and don’t hang up.
• If you feel you can’t call the police, call your local crisis centre or shelter.
• If you need support right now, contact our 24/7 crisis line at 1-888-293-5516 or email [email protected]

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Join our Financial Literacy Program to help accomplish your financial goals!

Our program provides survivors with financial literacy knowledge and hands-on, skills-based activities, that cover important topics like:

• Budgeting
• Managing your debt
• Planning for the future
• Avoiding Scams

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Are you wondering if you might be in a healthy relationship or an unhealthy relationship?

Signs of an unhealthy relationship may include:

• Blame
• Control
• Gaslighting
• Humiliation
• Physical abuse
• Pressure
• Threats

An abuser can often tell when a woman has made up her mind to leave and put an end to the abuse. For your safety, it’s important to learn how to cover your tracks.

Make sure to completely remove any emails that your partner might find, or do not use a computer or email address that your partner has access to.

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It was on April 1st, 1973, that Interval House first opened its doors to women and their children seeking a safe refuge from violence.

In our Spring 1993 newsletter, Lynn Zimmer, co-founder of Interval House reflects on the early days of the shelter.

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Support is just a click away. Interval House’s free and confidential Virtual Counselling Services provide a safe space to talk, heal, and move forward from abuse—wherever you are. You deserve support. We're here to listen.

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Virtual Counselling Services Interval House's Virtual Counselling Services offers free, tailored support to women across Ontario experiencing intimate partner violence.