Harbour House

06/04/2026

06/02/2026

06/01/2026

🛡️ Free Online Safety & Scam Prevention Workshop

We're excited to be partnering with Bridgewater Police Service and the Lunenburg County Seniors Safety Program to offer a free workshop on online safety and scam prevention.

Learn about:
✔️ Common scams and fraud tactics
✔️ How to protect your personal information
✔️ Tips for staying safe online

📅 June 11, 2026
🕜 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 ALO Office, 215 Dominion Street, Bridgewater
💲 Free
✅ No registration required

While this workshop is geared toward seniors, everyone is welcome to attend. Whether you're looking to improve your own online safety or help a family member stay protected, we hope you'll join us.

Please share with friends, family, and community members!

05/30/2026

💜 Is dehumanizing behaviour an early warning sign or abuse?

Dehumanizing behaviour is generally considered emotional abuse, not just a warning sign.

This happens when someone is repeatedly spoken to or treated without dignity and respect, as if they are not a person whose feelings or experiences matter.

Examples may include:
• “You’re worthless” or “you’re nothing”
• Being treated like your feelings don’t matter
• Being spoken to with contempt or disgust
• Ongoing insults that attack your value as a person

In some relationships, it may start subtly and escalate over time—but repeated patterns of this behaviour are already harmful and abusive.

Healthy relationships may have conflict, but they never involve degrading or dehumanizing the other person. Everyone deserves respect, even during disagreements. 💜

Harbour House supports individuals and families experiencing abuse and helps recognize unhealthy relationship patterns.

05/24/2026

The silent treatment is not “just needing space.”

When someone repeatedly ignores, dismisses, or discards what you say, it can be a form of emotional manipulation and control. Over time, this behaviour can leave a person feeling unheard, isolated, anxious, and doubting their own worth.

Healthy communication includes respect, listening, and accountability — even during conflict. Everyone deserves to feel seen, valued, and safe expressing their thoughts and feelings.

At Harbour House, we believe your voice matters. 💜

05/22/2026

Many of the women and children accessing our services arrive with little to no belongings, and right now we are in need of the following NEW items only:

• Women’s weather-appropriate pajamas (shorts sets & nightgowns) — all sizes
• Children’s weather-appropriate pajamas (shorts sets & nightgowns) — all sizes
• Women’s underwear — sizes Small, Medium & Large

Please note: at this time we are ONLY accepting NEW clothing donations. Unfortunately, we are unable to process gently used clothing items at this time.

To arrange a donation drop-off and receive the drop-off location, please contact our Support Line at 📞 (902) 543-3999.

05/18/2026

Abuse isn’t always physical — and it’s not always obvious.

It can show up as repeated patterns of behaviour that slowly affect your safety, confidence, and control.

🚩 Patterns of abuse can include:
• Ongoing criticism or put-downs
• Feeling like you’re walking on eggshells
• Having your feelings dismissed or denied
• Isolation from friends or family
• Control over your time, money, or choices
• Repeated jealousy or monitoring

It’s not just one moment — it’s the pattern.

If you’re noticing it, it matters. Support is available.

💜

05/15/2026

Proud to share that Harbour House Domestic Violence Shelter is currently recruiting new members for its Board of Directors.

This is an opportunity to support an organization that provides safety, advocacy, and hope for individuals and families impacted by domestic violence. If you are passionate about community leadership, social impact, and helping create safer communities, consider getting involved or sharing this opportunity with your network.

Volunteer leadership makes a real difference. 💜

05/14/2026

📣 Important Update from Harbour House 📣

We are pleased to share with our supporters, community partners, and women who rely on our services that Harbour House has successfully relocated to a new shelter home.

For the safety and privacy of the women and families we serve, the location of the shelter will not be publicly shared. Ensuring a secure and supportive environment remains our highest priority.

While our address has changed, our commitment to providing safety, support, advocacy, and hope remains stronger than ever.

Thank you to everyone who continues to support Harbour House and the important work we do in our community. 💜

05/14/2026

In some relationships, control can show up through constantly changing decisions, plans, or expectations—especially around important parts of life at home.

When things are always shifting, it can feel impossible to get stability or know what to expect next.

Example:
A decision is made about something important—like finances, housing, or shared responsibilities. Then it changes. Then it changes again. Each time, you’re told a new version of what’s happening, but nothing stays consistent long enough to follow through.

When you try to get clarity, your concerns may be dismissed or ignored, leaving you out of the decision-making process.

Over time, this pattern can create confusion, stress, and a feeling that you have no real say in your own life.

Healthy relationships are built on consistency, communication, and shared decisions—not constant change that leaves you feeling unstable.

You deserve clarity and respect.

If this feels familiar, you’re not alone. Support is available.

📞 Support Phone Line
1-902-543-3999 or 1-888-543-3999

💬 Support Text Line
1-902-514-4019

📧 Support Email
[email protected]

Reaching out can be a powerful first step. 💜