All services are tailored to one’s individual needs. Women can access as many of our services they need. We are able to meet with folks where they are throughout Perth County in safe spaces in the community. Some of our outreach services include: 

Housing Assistance  

• Completing housing applications 

• Assisting women in acquiring proper documentation (ex. identification, banking information, income verification) 

• Providing information about housing options  

• Referrals to other housing search supports 
  
  

Psychoeducational Groups

• Setting boundaries 

• Identifying and addressing red flags in relationships  

• Communication and positive self-talk

• Self-care

• Understanding and dealing with trauma - closed group counselling  

 
Emotional Support  

• Providing support for any abuse-related emotions  

• Providing first level trauma support 

• Validating experiences and feelings 

• Referrals to intensive trauma support resources  

For any general inquiries regarding our outreach services and programming, please contact:  

Joanne Grimes
Senior Manager, Programs
joanne@optimismplace.com
Phone: 519-271-5310 (ext. 118)