Cornerstone Family Violence Prevention Centre
40 Swayne Street K9A 1K5 Cobourg, ON, Canada

Cornerstone is OPEN throughout the Lockdown. If you, or someone, you know is need of support call the 24-hour support line 905-372-0746, or connect with us between 6pm and 6am online at cornerstonenorthumberland.ca/connect or via text 289-210-4774

Cornerstone will be OPEN throughout the recently announced Provincial Lockdown. if you, or someone, you know is need of support call the 24-hour support line 905-372-0746, or connect online between 6pm and 6am at cornerstonenorthumberland.ca/connect or text 289-210-4774

Thank you to everyone who donated to Cornerstone this holiday season you have helped to make this season brighter for local women and children impacted by violence. Together we are creating a place where hope grows!

Merry Christmas! We wish you and your family warm tidings!

Cornerstone's Community Resource Centre will be closed for the holidays from Friday, December 25th, and will reopen on Tuesday, December 29th. Our 24-Hour Support Line, Cornerstone Connect and Residential Shelter remain open.

Let's support Mallory as she shaves her long locks in support of Cornerstone! Check out her giving page here for her story and why she has decided to take the big chop!! https://www.canadahelps.org//mallorys-crop-for-cornerston/

Thanks to Lindsey Edwards and all of the generous flockers this summer for sending flocks of love out to the world! Cant wait for next year!

Thank you to Shoppers Drug Mart Cobourg for your hard work and dedication to impacting the lives of women and children in our community. Cornerstone is grateful to be the recipient of the LOVE YOU campaign on now until Oct 30th!

Walter is a longtime walker and supporter of Cornerstone. We are happy to have him back to walk his mile, his way! Check out how hes doing it here! #WAM2020 #mywalkmyway

Cornerstone's Fall Newsletter is Here! Check it out at cornerstonenorthumberland.ca/news

Cornerstone is excited to announce our grand total of our record breaking Walk A Mile 2020! Click the link below to hear the exciting news! https://youtu.be/DeYxHsS19-Y

We are so excited to announce the CHIEFS CHALLENGE! Next Wednesday, Sept 23rd the Port Hope Police Service Chief and Deputy Chief will challenge the Port Hope Firefighters Association Chief and Deputy chief to a duel! They will compete a variety of tasks all while in HIGH HEELED SHOES! This is to support our Walk A Mile 2020 event happening next weekend. If you would like to support these brave soles in their challenge.....and you really should..... please come out to cheer them on at 10:00 am next Wednesday in Memorial Park, Port Hope. You can also support their fundraising efforts here: https://www.canadahelps.org//pages/walk-a-mile-chiefs-cha/

Today is Orange Shirt Day in honour of the children who survived Residential School, to remember those who didn’t, and all the parents left behind. We wear orange to remember, to raise awareness, and to continue our support for truth and reconciliation.

Brighton is in for this years virtual Walk A Mile! Check out this amazing video highlighting why they have chosen to participate. Come along and join us!! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wIa5I5U4v4M&feature=youtu.be To register go to www.cornerstonenorthumberland.ca/walkamile

They Made it!! 12 Laps in full gear! Way to go Cobourg Fire!!

Thank you MP Philip Lawrence for stepping up for women and children impacted by violence in our community. Philip will be walking for Cornerstone this year in our VIRTUAL Walk A Mile, will you?

Were so grateful for Lindsey Edwards and her continuous efforts in supporting Cornerstone! Thank you to Lindsey and everyone who supported this fundraising initiative. We cannot wait for the flock to fly back next year!

A few more from walks that took place this today! Thanks to ALL who participated!

RE-POSTED from THRIVE: PANDEMIC MEETS PANDEMIC: UNDERSTANDING THE IMPACTS OF COVID-19 ON GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE SERVICES AND SURVIVORS IN CANADA Anova, along with Ending Violence Association of Canada, have launched the report from the survey they conducted over the summer.... The report, titled Pandemic meets Pandemic: Understanding the Impacts of COVID-19 on Gender-Based Violence Services and Survivors in Canada, reported on findings that provide an account of the challenges facing sexual assault centres, transition houses, and other anti-violence organizations during the pandemic as told from the perspective of those on the frontlines. Access the full report here: http://www.anovafuture.org/education-ad/research-resources/ Key findings: DEMOGRAPHICS From directors to volunteers, across various services, 376 GBV workers responded to a survey on how COVID-19 has impacted their work in supporting survivors. Read about their experiences here: http://bit.ly/GBV-COVID-report 376 RESPONDENTS Across sexual assault centres, domestic violence shelters, and other GBV services throughout Canada, we heard from 376 respondents on how COVID-19 has impacted their services. Read more here: http://bit.ly/GBV-COVID-report NECESSARY CHANGES 99% of GBV staff and volunteers across Canada reported having to make changes in their organization and processes to respond to COVID-19. Read more about how GBV services adapted in the full report: http://bit.ly/GBV-COVID-report IMPACT ON GBV WORKERS Between layoffs, concern about health risks, and constant changes and adjustments,, GBV staff and volunteers had to adapt their services in response to COVID-19. Learn more about the impacts of COVID-19 on GBV services here: http://bit.ly/GBV-COVID-report SUPPORTING SURVIVORS FROM HOME GBV staff and volunteers have shifted to supporting survivors of GBV from their homes. Read more about the impact of COVID-19 on GBV service provision here: http://bit.ly/GBV-COVID-report CONNECTION ONLINE GBV staff and volunteers have continued to provide services focused on relationship-building and connection in a climate that called for distance in a shift to balance healing and health. Learn more about how GBV services adapted to support survivors here: http://bit.ly/GBV-COVID-report DELIVERING ONLINE SERVICES GBV staff and volunteers noted changes throughout the COVID-19 not only in the way survivors were accessing help, but in the way survivors were experiencing violence. Learn more about the impact of COVID-19 on GBV survivors here: http://bit.ly/GBV-COVID-report

Cobourg fire department is currently doing 12 laps of the building in their gear AND heels!!! Thanks for your commitment guys! #walkamile2020 #mywalkmyway

If you are looking for your next piece of your wardrobe head over to the Aligned/ Gemini. Locally owned and 10% of all sales donated to Cornerstone! Plus.....its all about empowerment which we LOVE! http://ow.ly/yvPu50B2m5o Check it out! #buylocal #empowerment

Mellissa and Dylan did their mile today! Thanks for walking that mile! #walkamile2020 #mywalkmyway

Thank you snapd Northumberland West for sharing this great news! Cornerstone is so grateful to Fionna Barrington Real Estate Agent for hosting a virtual event for Cornerstone, and to all those who gave generously! We are so fortunate to have a caring community of dedicated individuals helping to break the cycle of family violence in Northumberland.

The port hope pals ready to commence!

We are excited to show you this amazing collection of womens clothing by local company Aligned/Gemini Apparel! 10% of all sales are donated to Cornerstone! https://the-aligned-gemini.myshopify.com/collections/all Check it out! #buylocal #empowerment

Violence against women is a community issue which requires community solutions. We must work collectively to create a violence free future.

MPP David Piccini is walking in September - are you? Find out how we are taking Walk A Mile virtual this year, and how you can get involved by visiting cornerstonenorthumberland.ca/walkamile

Over the last year Cornerstone has been lucky to get to know the gentlemen of Men’s Shed. This is their first year participating in Walk a Mile and not only did they walk a mile but they walked over 5km in support of Cornerstone. They also raised approx $3,500 for their walk!!! Thanks to Men’s Shed for their continued support!

Were hiring Relief Residential Counsellors! If you are wanting to make a real impact, then this may be the career opportunity youve been waiting for. Visit cornerstonenorthumberland.ca/job-opportunities/ for more information.

MP Philip Lawrence took to the streets to show his support of WAlk A Mile 2020 #walkamile2020 #mywalkmyway

Registration Now Open! Come and join us for our 13th annual Walk A Mile - Going virtual this year! The walk will take place on Saturday September 26th and this year you can do your walk your way! Take to the streets, to the treadmill, to the trails whatever you like just be sure to wear your favorite red shoes (they dont even have to be heels!) To register please visit: https://cornerstonenorthumberland.ca/walkamile/ #walkamile2020 #mywalkmyway https://youtu.be/aNz8F2Dsp8A

MP Philip Lawrence took to the streets in support of Walk A Mile 2020 #walkamile2020 #mywalkmyway

Today we say farewell as the final flock flies! THANK YOU to everyone who supported year 2 of #Flocked4Shelter by flocking it forward in support of Cornerstone. The last flock is out for the season, and after today the flocks will fly away for some well deserved rest of another busy year. BIG THANKS to Lindsey Edwards and the Royal Le Page Shelter Foundation for making this event possible!

WSC is pleased to see that the government has acknowledged its mistake and changed its decision. It is SO important to listen to those directly impacted. #PublicInquiry #NovaScotia https://www.cbc.ca//liberal-mps-support-inquiry-letter-rev

UPDATE: Cornerstone Connect is back up and running - thank you for your patience!

Due to the power outage impacting the Town of Cobourg Cornerstone Connect is down. If youre in need of support please call our 24-Hour support line: 905-372-0746 We will advise when we are back online. Sorry for any inconvenience.

If you have a few moments please complete this survey to share your perspectives and experiences with personal safety in our community and provide feedback about community safety priorities and ideas for improvements.

Covering your face can be a triggering experience for survivors. As of July 13th face coverings are required in all public indoor spaces across Northumberland County. Here are some great tips from Sexual Assault Centre of Brant in how to manage these requirements. There resource has been adapted from content by the Survivor Trust UK.

We are only a few flocks short of reaching our $5,000 fundraising goal. Order now to get your flock flying by July 31st! www.flocked4shelter.ca #letsgetflocking #flocked4shelter

Cornerstone Connect is live! Someone is online and ready to help via text or online web-chat until 8 pm. If you need support visit cornerstonenorthumberland.ca/connect or text 289-210-4774.

Young philanthropists just make our day! Bella was feeling generous and wanted to provide support to those who need it in her community and donated some goodies for our clients! Thank you Bella! #FeelGoodFriday

Happy Canada Day! On behalf of everyone at Cornerstone, we hope you enjoy this special day and celebrate safely!