Stqaka7stúmc
Líl̓wat Nation Transition House
Stqaka7stúmc means “hold my hand,” a word that describes the support people receive when accessing Líl̓wat Nation’s purpose-built transition house. Stqaka7stúmc is committed to walking with women and Two-Spirit people while they make the difficult transition from living in an abusive, violent environment to living a positive independent lifestyle.
The transition house offers 24-hour intake 7 days a week.
Contact Information
Phone: 604-384-7247
Toll-free phone: 1-833-512-0664
Email: transitionhousesupport@lilwat.ca
Who can access Stqaka7stúmc?
All single women, women with children and Two-Spirit people fleeing from domestic violence: physical (including sexual assault), verbal, financial or spiritual can access Stqaka7stúmc.
You do not have to be Indigenous to access Stqaka7stu̓mc.
Stqaka7stu̓mc requires those accessing the transition house to be sober from alcohol for at least 24 hours and be sober from hard drugs for at least one week.
What you can expect at Stqaka7stu̓mc
Residents receive basic life skills, advocacy and support but are expected to be as independent as possible.
Stqaka7stu̓mc can provide transportation for grocery shopping and local medical appointments
What you should bring
If possible, please bring identification and other important documents, clothes and medications for yourself and your children. If it is not possible to bring these items, staff can assist you in getting what you need when you are in residence.
How to get to Stqaka7stúmc
Stqaka7stúmc does not offer transportation to or from the house, but we can assist with finding transportation for those in need. Walk-ins are welcome.