Women's Centre of York Region

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Record #: NKT0882 Last Modified: 01 Mar 2013 Last Full Update: 31 Jan 2013
Record Details
Established1980
Alternate NameWCYR
Address NotesNewmarket
Address120 Harry Walker Pkwy N
Newmarket, ON L3Y 7B2
 
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Mailing Address120 Harry Walker Pkwy N 
Newmarket, ON L3Y 7B2
Office Phone905-853-9270
Fax905-853-9271
E-mailinfo@wcyr.ca
Websitewww.wcyr.ca
Contact 1Kirsten Eastwood, Executive Director, Women's Centre of York Region; Phone: 905-853-9270 ext 101; Email: execdir@wcyr.ca
Volunteer CoordinatorShelley Chidlow, Community Engagement Coordinator, WCYR; Phone: 905-853-9270 ext 107
Areas ServedYork Region - and surrounding area
IntersectionNorth of Davis Drive, West of the 404
HoursMon-Fri 9 am-4:30pm
LanguagesEnglish ; Interpretive Services - Access to interpreters
EligibilityAges: 18 year(s) and up
ApplicationWomen must complete an intake appointment
FeesNone
DescriptionProvides a range of supports and services to women in York Region who are experiencing violence and/or financial challenges * offers both group and individual counseling * on site poverty relief services; last week of the month food program, back to school backpacks and winter hampers * programs for women who want to start their own business or return to the workplace
SubjectsChristmas assistance ; Counselling ; Employment ; Family violence ; Food ; Nonprofit organizations ; Self employment ; Women
AccessibilityWheelchair accessible