Optimism Place
Providing Prevention, Intervention, Education & Advocacy
Welcome to Optimism Place
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Residential Shelter
It’s more than a bed – in residence, women and their children have access to our staff team 24/7, a well-equipped backyard, connections to income and housing supports, support navigating the criminal and family court system and any practical support they require as they take steps towards rebuilding their lives while calling Optimism Place their temporary home.
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Services & Support
Optimism Place provides comprehensive support to women and children affected by abuse, offering safe housing, legal advocacy, counselling, and specialized programs. Through wraparound services and community partnerships, we empower women to rebuild their lives with safety and independence.
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24-7 Support Line: 519-271-5550
Through our 24-hour crisis line we are available to women experiencing abuse of any kind, concerned friends, coworkers and family members. Our trained and professional staff offer emotional and practical support, emergency shelter, referrals to our internal programs and connections to appropriate community services.
We offer a variety of services and support to all women in need. For thousands of families, we’ve been a safe refuge, a place to find support and resources, a place to temporarily call home. It’s our mission to support women and provide them shelter and confidential, non-judgemental services.
Serving our community as the only emergency service for women and their children experiencing violence since 1983.
In 2024/2025…
Every woman who came to us in need of shelter found a safe place to stay. During this time, we saw a 32% increase in the number of women served and a 45% increase in the number of children supported.
Former Resident
“Years later I’m in college still putting the pieces of my life back together because you guys were there when I needed it. Forever grateful.”
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Contact Optimism Place
24/7 Support Line: 519-271-5550 | 1-800-265-8598 (toll-free)
Address:
270 Freeland Drive, Stratford, ON, N4Z1G8
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