“I was struggling with so many stresses in my life. I was frightened to talk to anyone. Catholic Family Services of Peel Dufferin provided a safe place for me; safe enough to start talking and trusting. I was being emotionally abused and then physically abused. I felt like I was always walking on eggshells. I was afraid and felt alone. It was at Catholic Family Services of Peel Dufferin that I learned how to keep myself safe. They helped me set up a safety plan. They helped me rebuild my life starting out with a safe place to live and then helping with connecting me with employment services so that I can feel independent. Without the help of Catholic Family Services I don’t know what I would have done. I learned I was not alone and there were a lot of resources and help to assist me through healing and building my life again. Thank you for helping me through the dark times in my life and helping me see that there is indeed hope.”