Network for Aboriginal Mental Health Research
The Akwesasne Family Violence program - Domestic Violence Program
Abstract:
Safe Housing Educational programing Crisis Line 24/7 26 Beds Cultural Programing
Project Director:
Catherine Lelievre
Program Manager, MCA
PO Box 579
Cornwall Island/Akwesasne, Ontario
K6H 5T3

Phone 613-937-4322
Fax 613-937-4979
Email catherine.lelievre@akwesasne.ca
Objectives
To minimize domestic violence in the community, awareness on domestic violence, educational information domestic violence.
Key Components
Full time 24 hour counselling, emergency housing, advocacy and support are provided, transportation is provided for residents for appointments.
Use of traditions or ceremonies
Talking circles, moon ceremonies, smudging, sweats. Cultural programing
Role of Elders
Conduct ceremonies, guidance and support. Elders counselors on staff
Role of youth
Youth attend circles and workshops.
Evaluation Design
Client-based discharge evaluation, client evaluation surveys and referrals.
Evaluation Results
Most satisfied.
Resources
Brochures and promotional items
Funding Information
Funding Source: MCA-Mohawk Council of Akwesasne
Number of people Served: 200+
Grantee Contact
Nola Mitchell
Program Support, MCA
PO Box 579
Cornwall Island/Akwesasne, Ontario
K6H 5T3

Phone 613-934-4322
Fax 613-937-4979
Information Last Updated: 2009-09-29
Network for Aboriginal Mental Health Research (NAMHR), Culture & Mental Health Research Unit,
Jewish General Hospital, 4333 Côte Ste Catherine Road, Montreal, Quebec, H3T 1E4,
Tel.: 514-340-8222 x5244 | Fax: 514-340-7503 | Email