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Your Choice
Each individual’s healing journey and response to trauma is unique, making the criminal justice system challenging to navigate. The Sendero Centre is here to empower you to make your own choices and define your experience, regardless of how the criminal justice process frames it.
You are not alone—we are here to support you every step of the way.
Your Healing Process
Every healing journey is deeply personal, and each individual’s experience is uniquely their own.
For some, the criminal justice process may become a central part of this journey, offering steps toward closure and justice. For others, it may play a smaller role or be entirely separate, with healing unfolding along a different path.
Your Safe Place
The Sendero Centre’s Police + Court Support program is your safe space. We are committed to providing a place where you can explore your options, navigate the justice system, and process your experience.
Our dedicated support worker is here to listen and stand by you as you consider or move through the criminal justice process. As your advocates and trusted source of information, we offer a steady, supportive presence every step of the way.
On your side
No matter where you are on your healing journey or whether you choose to engage with the criminal justice system, the Sendero Centre’s Police & Court Support Program is here to support you.
Our services are available to empower you, provide guidance, and stand by you—whether you decide to report or simply need a safe space to explore your options. You don’t have to navigate this journey alone; we’re here to help in whatever way feels right for you.
We provide:
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Information about reporting and the court process
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Court preparation
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Accompaniment to report and/or court proceedings
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Advocacy throughout the process
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Assistance with filling out forms and applications
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Emotional support
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Resources and referrals to the community
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Supportive reporting
Who is it for?
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Open to anyone who has experienced sexual trauma and can be accessed by being a Sendero Centre counselling client or not.
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Offered free-of-charge.
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Focuses on support, information and advocacy. No legal services or advice is provided.
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The Court Support Worker can discuss options for legal advice and provide referrals.
