Community Resources

Luke's Place
Legal & family court support for women who have experienced abuse — providing help with court processes, safety planning, and community referrals.​
📞 905-728-0978 ext. 235 | Toll-free
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Durham Region 211 / 211 Central
A province-wide helpline connecting people to social, health, and government services — available 24/7 in multiple languages.
📞 Dial 2-1-1
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211 Central​
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Resources for Exceptional Children & Youth (R.F.E.C.Y.)
Support for children/youth with special needs and their families.
📞 905-427-8862 | Toll-Free: 1-800-968-0066
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Community Living Ajax-Pickering-Whitby
Supports people with intellectual disabilities and their families to foster inclusion.
📞 905-427-3300
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Community Development Council Durham (CDCD)
Settlement, newcomer supports, housing outreach, social planning, and community programs.
📞 905-686-2661 | Toll-Free: 1-866-746-3696
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Durham Youth Services
Programs to prevent youth homelessness, provide emergency housing, and long-term support for ages 16–24.
📞 905-239-9477​
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YWCA Durham
Providing housing, counselling, life skills, and support services for women and children.
📞 905-723-9922
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Doors of Compassion
Doors of Compassion provides low-barrier, person-centred support that meets urgent needs and builds sustainable pathways to housing, stability, and well-being.
📞 289-830-2089
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Ifarada: Centre for Excellence
With a focus on culturally informed, anti-oppressive practice, and holistic care, Ifarada is a leader in supporting Black, Indigenous, and people People of colour in the Durham Region
📞 905-250-0415
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