Our Vision is a world with gender equity for all. Our Mission is to provide effective, efficient, and accountable services for women and children who have been impacted by gender-based violence in Oxford County. Our Values CARE:  Communication, Accountability, Respect, Empowerment.

Guiding Principles 

We are feminists advocating for women’s rights and gender equality. We facilitate collaboration.

We are effective and accountable. We are responsive to service user and community needs.

Our services and programs are adaptable and innovative. We are community leaders on the issues of gender-based violence and sexual violence.

We foster a culture of continuous learning and quality improvement.

About DOMESTIC ABUSE SERVICES OXFORD

For 50 years, Domestic Abuse Services Oxford has provided residential and community-based outreach services to women and their children in Oxford County impacted by intimate partner violence and/or homelessness. Programs and services include our

24-hour crisis/information line (519-539-4811/1-800-265-1938, text 519-788-9994)

Residential Shelter Services located in Woodstock, Ontario

Sexual Assault Counselling and Support

Outreach Support Services for Women 16+ through our Intake Program, Community Support Program, Family Court Support  

Programs for women and children exposed to intimate partner violence through our Family Support Program

Prevention and Educations Programs 

Financial support from friends, benefactors and partners in the community is essential in ensuring our vital services are available to those who need them.