Bethesda House

Bethesda House Bethesda House is a temporary secure shelter for women, youth, children, and their pets who are fleeing gender-based violence.

Donations

To donate please visit: https://bethesdahouse.ca/donatenow/

Bethesda House is grateful for the funding it receives from the Provincial Ministry of Community & Social Services however, it does not cover the full cost of the services required to meet the needs of people dealing with domestic violence in Durham. Donations go a long way to help cover the rest of the costs. The support of the community is greatly appreciated. CHARITABLE REGISTRATION # 14083 - 5802RR001

09/04/2026

Trauma can affect the way we respond to situations, often before we even have time to understand what is happening.

Fight, flight, freeze, and fawn are common trauma responses, not character flaws, overreactions, or something to be ashamed of.

Understanding these responses can help us recognize that what we see on the outside may be connected to experiences someone has carried for a long time.

Learning about trauma is an important part of creating safer, more supportive spaces for survivors. 💜

09/04/2026

One step at a time, we are building a future free from Intimate Partner Violence (IPV).

Join us for the Third Annual Community Walk to End IPV 💜

📍 Where: Durham Region Headquarters, 605 Rossland Rd East, Whitby

🕙 When: 10 a.m.

✅ REGISTER FREE today!

IPVAwarenessWalk.ca

09/02/2026

Did you know there’s a place right here in our community where your everyday shopping can help make a difference?

Second Chance is more than a thrift store. Every purchase helps support Bethesda House and its work with women affected by intimate partner violence.

Your everyday shopping can become meaningful support, helping provide safety, resources, and hope to women and their children when they need it most.

So the next time you’re looking for something new to you, consider giving something a second chance. Because sometimes, a simple purchase can mean so much more.

Shop with purpose. Shop Second Chance. 💜

📍 25 King Street West, Bowmanville, ON

Behind every story is a person who showed incredible strength in circumstances no one should have to face. Listening wit...
08/31/2026

Behind every story is a person who showed incredible strength in circumstances no one should have to face. Listening without judgment, believing survivors, and taking the time to understand their experiences can make a lasting difference.

At Bethesda House, we want to challenge common misconceptions, build empathy, and remind survivors that they are seen, heard, and supported.

Together, we can create a community where survivors feel safe to ask for help and know they won’t have to face it alone. 💜

Donating can be fun! Enter our 50/50 draw before September 7th at 11:59pm ET and you could be a winner!Funds raised go t...
08/28/2026

Donating can be fun! Enter our 50/50 draw before September 7th at 11:59pm ET and you could be a winner!

Funds raised go to support Bethesda House, providing safe shelter for women, children, and pets, prevention and education to youth, counselling, and more, right here in Durham Region

The more tickets you buy, the bigger the jackpot! Get your tickets today through the link in our bio.

08/26/2026

Bethesda House is here in Bowmanville, providing a safe place for local women and children escaping abuse. When you support Bethesda House, you’re helping your neighbours, your coworkers, your children’s classmates, and families in our own community.

Your donations, volunteer hours, and advocacy stay local, creating real change for people who need it most.

Because everyone deserves to feel safe, and together, we can make Bowmanville a stronger, more compassionate community. 💜

What can $20 do?It might seem small in your everyday life, but to a woman seeking safety, it can make a meaningful diffe...
08/24/2026

What can $20 do?

It might seem small in your everyday life, but to a woman seeking safety, it can make a meaningful difference.

Your donation helps provide essential items, safe shelter, and compassionate support for women and children rebuilding their lives after abuse.

The best part? Your generosity stays right here in our community, helping local families when they need it most.

Sometimes, the smallest gift can have the biggest impact. 💜

08/21/2026

Therapist-approved ways to regulate your emotions, and create a little more space between what you feel and how you respond.

You don’t have to suppress your emotions. You can learn to work through it. 🤍

💜 A little kindness can make a big difference.A very special thank you to Sophia, whose thoughtfulness and generosity ar...
08/19/2026

💜 A little kindness can make a big difference.

A very special thank you to Sophia, whose thoughtfulness and generosity are helping make a difficult transition a little brighter for children arriving at Bethesda House.

Sophia wanted to make sure that the children who come into shelter know that they are cared about and we think that is such a beautiful thing.

Her generous donation of stuffies will give children something soft, comforting, and their own to hold onto as they begin their first days in shelter.

Thank you, Sophia, for thinking of these children and reminding us just how powerful a simple act of kindness can be. 💜

We know the stuffies will be very loved. 🧸

Address

25 King Street West
Bowmanville, ON
L1C3K8

Telephone

1-800-338-3397

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