Service Providers' Links and Sources
Family violence is a complex issue with far-reaching consequences. Here are some resources that provide information about family violence and intervention strategies.
Books
- Motivational Interviewing and Stages of Change in Intimate Partner Violence Editors: Christopher Murphy; Roland Maiuro
- Non Violent Communication: A Language of Compassion by Marshall Rosenberg
- Invitations to Responsibility by Alan Jenkins
- Protecting Children from Domestic Violence by Peter Jaffe, Linda Baker, and Alison Cunningham
Web Links
Community Initiatives Against Family Violence (CIAFV)
This initiative combines the efforts of government, not-for-profit agencies and individuals to respond to issues arising from family violence and bullying.
Today Family Violence Help Centre (Edmonton)
A
community based centre dedicated to changing the cycle of family violence
through co-located staff and linked community services.
Alberta Council of Women's Shelters (ACWS)
The purpose of the Alberta Council of Women's Shelters is to support and strengthen the sheltering movement in Alberta and within the ACWS membership.
Forensic Assessment Community Services (FACS)
FACS has a Family Violence Treatment Program.
http://www.albertahealthservices.ca/services.asp?pid=service&rid=1905
Family Violence in Canada: A Statistical Profile
An annual report by the Canadian Centre for Justice Statistics with the most current data on the nature and extent of family violence in Canada. It is part of the ongoing initiative to inform policymakers and the public about family violence issues.
http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/ncfv-cnivf/pdfs/fv-85-224-XWE-eng.pdf
Centre for Children and Families in the Justice System
The Centre publishes several guidebooks for educators and other professionals working with children and adults who have been exposed to domestic violence.
Counselling Programs for Men Who Are Violent in Relationships: Questions and Answers for Practitioners in the Health, Social Services and Criminal Justice Systems
This publication was prepared by Dale Trimble for the Family Violence Prevention Unit, Health Canada.
http://www.daletrimble.com/progmen.pdf
Dale Trimble and Associates Therapy and Training
Dale Trimble is a Vancouver-based psychologist who is an expert in the field of family violence. He has developed workshops and training DVDs for professionals whose clients use violence against family members.