Family Violence Prevention Month

Alberta has the third-highest rate of self-reported family violence among Canadian provinces.

At Kids Kottage, we see the impacts of domestic abuse every day, and we want to ensure you have the resources you need to prevent family violence, recognize the signs of family violence, and what to do. 

Recognizing the Signs of Family Violence:

From the Government of Alberta

Family violence is an abuse of power in a family or other trusting relationship where people rely on each other. When someone experiences family violence, their well-being, security and survival are threatened. There are many terms or names for family violence with similar meanings. Family violence is a broad term that includes...Read more.

Family Violence During COVID-19:

From the Government of Alberta

Rates of Family Violence increase during and following disaster events, such as the public health crisis and economic downturn of the COVID-19 pandemic. It is important to know where you can turn to if you are experiencing family violence during COVID-19...Read more.

How to Recognize the Signs of Mental and Physical Abuse:

From Healthline.com

When you're in the midst of it, it can be easy to miss the persistent undercurrent of abusive behaviour. Knowing the signs of various forms of abuse can help us to recognize it and speak out against it...Read more.

Recognizing Violence and Abuse: Video Resources