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Organization:
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Renfrew Victoria Hospital - Regional Assault Care Program
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Address:
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Renfrew Victoria Hospital
499 Raglan St N
Renfrew, ON
K7V 1P6
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Map
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Service Description:
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Individualized health care and forensic nursing services for anyone who has experienced sexual assault, domestic violence, child maltreatment or elder abuse * promotes client self-determination * addresses physical, psychological, emotional and spiritual needs
Care options may include: emotional support * physical exam and treatment of injuries * testing and preventative medications for sexually transmitted infections * pregnancy prevention * safety plans * collection of evidence (for individuals choosing to report to the police, evidence can also be frozen to give time to decide on reporting) * referrals to counseling and other community services * follow-up health care * scheduled appointments for clients who don’t require emergency services
Emergency housing program for abused seniors * services provided across Renfrew County at all five hospitals
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Application:
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In person at Renfrew County emergency departments * wait time one hour * home visits for seniors available
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Women, men and children victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, child mistreatment or elder abuse
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