Yew Transition House

Yew Transition House offers short-term housing and support for women - including trans, non-binary, and gender-diverse people - who are experiencing or at risk of violence or harm. 

Located in a confidential setting, Yew provides a safe and supportive space where women can consider next steps.

Stays are typically 30 Days.

Our experienced team offers compassionate, non-judgmental support, including safety planning, emotional support, and connection to community resources. We walk alongside women as they rebuild confidence, make informed choices, and move toward greater safety. 

Children are supported through our Child and Youth Program, in a caring and supportive environment.

Yew Transition House is wheelchair accessible.

You don’t have to go through this alone. 

If something feels unsafe, controlling, or harmful, support is available. 

You might be: 

• Feeling afraid or unsure about what to do
• Experiencing controlling, threatening, or intimidating behaviour 
• Recovering from sexual assault or harassment 
• Considering leaving, or simply wanting to talk things through 

Whether you are ready to leave or simply need someone to listen, we are here. 
 

What does violence look like? 

Violence is not always physical. It can include patterns of behaviour used to control, intimidate, isolate, or harm. 

This might include: 

• Being threatened, pushed, hit, or physically harmed
• Being pressured or forced into sexual activity
• Constant criticism, humiliation, or being put down
• Being isolated from friends or family
• Being coerced to engaged in dangerous behaviour or activities
• Having money controlled or access to resources restricted 
• Being monitored, stalked, or harassed 

• Feeling afraid of how someone might react 

If any of this feels familiar, you do not have to be in immediate danger to reach out.

24-Hour Access Line
Call anytime, day or night: 
604-885-2944
Your call is confidential.

What to expect when you call 

You will speak with a trained and caring staff member.

You can: 

• Ask questions 
• Share as much or as little as you want
• Explore options 
• Talk through your situation 
• Decide what feels right for you 

You do not have to make any decisions right away. 

If staying at Yew feels like the right next step, we will explain how that works. If not, we can help you explore other supports. 

Your safety and choices guide the conversation. 

What Yew Transition House offers

• A safe and supportive home 
• 24-hour staff support 
• Confidential, non-judgmental care 
• Safety planning and advocacy 
• Support for women who are not yet ready to leave 
• Support and advocacy for children 
• Food, clothing, and essential supplies 
• Information and referrals 
• Community education and prevention initiatives 

This program is funded by BC Housing and community support.

If you’re preparing to come to Yew or to leave your current situation

If you are able, it can be helpful to bring:

Important documents such as birth certificates, leases, passports, or identification.

Medication

Keys

Bank cards