You don’t need to act today. Planning is not the same as deciding.
• Gather important documents (ID, banking, mortgage, kids’ documents)
• Make a list of shared debts and accounts
• Consider creating a private email account (if safe)
• Identify one safe, trusted person
• Book a professional conversation when ready
You are allowed to move slowly. You are allowed to gather information before making decisions.
If you’re not sure where to begin, dialing 211 within Simcoe County can connect you to local support services 24/7.
If you are in immediate danger, call 911.
Women & Children's Shelter of Barrie
Emergency shelter, safety planning, transitional housing support.
La Maison Rosewood Shelter
Emergency shelter and support services for women and children.
Elizabeth Fry Society of Simcoe County
Support programs, housing assistance, and community reintegration services.
Simcoe Legal Services
Community legal clinic offering family law and separation information.
Legal Aid Ontario
Legal aid certificates and family law resources.
Family Law Information Centre
Free information about separation, custody, and court processes.
Mainstream Therapy
Individual and family counselling services.
Simcoe County Therapy - Simcoe County Psychotherapy
Mental health supports, crisis services, and counselling referrals.
New Path Youth & Family Services
Counselling and support for children and families.
Ontario Works
Short-term financial assistance and employment supports.
Canada Child Benefit
Federal child benefit payments.
Service Canada
Information on EI, benefits, and federal programs.
Georgian Bay Food Network
Emergency food support.
The Salvation Army Midland
Food assistance and community supports.
The Sharing Place Food Centre
Food and essential item support.
EarlyON Child and Family Centres
Free drop-in parenting programs and early childhood support.
Kinark Child and Family Services
Mental health services for children and youth.
Courtney Perry - Therapist
Phone: 705-717-2107
Email: courtney@mainstreamtherapy.com
Shelby MacTavish - Realtor
Phone: 705-817-8179
Email: shelbymactavish@gmail.com
Emily Seguin - Mortgage Agent L2
Phone: 705-220-6311
Email: emily@seguinmortgages.ca
Lauren LaBrie - Financial Advisor
Phone: 705-937-1990
Email: lauren@athertonfinancial.ca
Books
On Your Own Again – Keith Anderson, PhD
Too Good to Leave, Too Bad to Stay – Mira Kirshenbaum
The Conscious Uncoupling – Katherine Woodward Thomas
Podcasts
The Divorce Survival Guide Podcast – Kate Anthony
We Can Do Hard Things
Legal/Safety
Family Law Information Centre - inside most court houses. You can schedule an appointment to speak with legal counsel for free.
Assaulted Women’s Helpline (Ontario): 1-866-863-0511
211 Ontario for local supports
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