Chatham-Kent Victim Services

06/03/2026

Game day is just around the corner! ⚾️

On June 6th at 7 PM, we’re heading to Fergie Jenkins Field with the -Kent Barnstormers for our Volunteer Appreciation Event! We couldn't do what we do without our amazing team of volunteers, and we can’t wait to celebrate them.

Grab your hats and come join the fun! 🧢

06/02/2026

June is Indigenous History Month. 🧡

This month is a dedicated time to honour the history, resilience, and rich cultures of Indigenous communities. But it’s also a reminder of our ongoing responsibility to listen, learn, and uplift Indigenous voices, not just this month, but every single day.

At Chatham-Kent Victim Services, we are committed to continuous learning, building meaningful relationships, and fostering an inclusive community.

05/29/2026

Prevention is an ongoing commitment. It requires education, open dialogue, and a collective refusal to look away.

Chatham-Kent Victim Services is dedicated to standing alongside survivors, not just during Sexual Assault Prevention Month, but every day of the year. Creating a community where everyone feels safe requires all of us to challenge harmful norms and champion equitable support systems.

Join us in making a tangible impact. 🩷

05/26/2026

There is no "right" way to take care of your mental health.

From daily lifestyle routines and peer connections to professional therapy or medical treatments, support comes in many different forms, and every single one of them is valid.

Take a look at the graphic above to explore some of the different pillars of mental health support. If you or someone you know is navigating a difficult time, please know that you are never alone and reaching out is a sign of strength. 🩷

05/25/2026

A huge congratulations to our incredible new cohort of volunteers who officially completed their training this past weekend! 🎓

Welcoming a new group into the family is always such a special milestone. Over the weekend, these dedicated individuals showed up with open hearts, ready to learn, listen, and equip themselves with the tools needed to support our community through some of their toughest moments.

Becoming a crisis responder takes immense empathy, resilience, and a true commitment to making a difference. We are so incredibly proud of the dedication they’ve already shown, and we cannot wait to see the profound impact they will make as they step into their roles.

To our newest volunteers: thank you for choosing to show up for others. Your journey starts now, and we are with you every single step of the way. 🩵

05/25/2026

Today is National Missing Children’s Day. In honour of this day, Chatham-Kent Victim Services is highlighting Project Lifesaver, a vital program designed to protect vulnerable individuals at risk of wandering or going missing.

A joint initiative with the Chatham-Kent Police Service, Project Lifesaver provides individuals with a lightweight wristband that emits a 24/7 tracking signal. This allows police officers to locate participants quickly and safely if they go missing, reducing search times from hours to minutes.

This program offers crucial peace of mind to families navigating conditions like Autism, Dementia, or brain injuries.

To learn more or register a loved one, contact Chatham-Kent Victim Services at [email protected] or 519-436-6630.

05/25/2026

In honor of Citizenship Week, CK Victim Services is proud to highlight our partnership with the Local Immigration Partnership. Together, we are dedicated to fostering a region where newcomers and immigrants are met with safety, support, and open arms. If you want to be a part of this vital mission, we invite you to visit ckvictimservices.com/volunteer/ to explore our volunteer opportunities. 🩷

05/22/2026

We stand in complete solidarity with our partners at Chatham-Kent Sexual Assault Crisis Centre and the survivors they support. Healing is rarely a straight line, but you never have to walk it alone.

To every survivor in our community: your story matters, your feelings are valid, and support is always here for you, this month and every single day. 💜

To all Survivors this month and every month. No matter what stage of your healing journey you’re in, your experience is valid and you are enough. We’re here for you💜

05/22/2026

Belonging is built every single day through kindness, trust, and connection. 🌟

We are incredibly grateful to partner with Community Living Chatham-Kent and Community Living Wallaceburg, who work tirelessly to bring inclusion to life in our communities. Together, let’s keep building spaces where ! 💙

celebrates inclusion and belonging for people who have diverse abilities. Belonging is built in small, everyday moments: acts of kindness, shared laughter, trusted relationships, and spaces where everyone feels like they are seen,heard and valued.
With , we are celebrating the richness of these experiences and the many people who bring inclusion to life each day.