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Sex Trafficking Safety Plan Are You a Victim? Signs Fight Trafficking Training & Action Groups Know the Signs of Human Trafficking ​ What to Look For • Constantly having to check in with someone via cell phone with an urgency to call or text a response • Can be escorted and/or watched • Regularly picked up by someone the parent/guardian doesn’t know • Needing to be picked up at a public location • Gone for a few days or more without a good explanation of where they were • Being isolated from friends and family • Lack of identification • Moves addresses frequently and/or often stays in hotels • No proof of legitimate employment • Unexplained injuries or bruises • New tattoos (indicate branding or ownership) • Change in physical appearance (hair and nails done) • Unexplained gifts • New clothing, lingerie, designer shoes and handbags • Nova Scotia authorities say parents should know their child's online activity and all passwords HUMAN TRAFFICKING IS DESCRIBED AS MODERN-DAY SLAVERY C rime Stoppers defines human trafficking as the recruitment, transportation, and/or harbouring of persons for the purpose of exploitation, typically for sexual exploitation or forced labour. Traffickers maintain control over their victims through the use of force, fraud, deception and/or threats of violence to the victim or someone known to them. A victim is being exploited if they are providing their services under circumstances where it would be reasonable to conclude that they feared for their safety or that of someone known to them if they refuse to provide it. Child victims of trafficking are often exploited for sexual purposes, including prostitution, pornography and sex tourism. We all want to be loved, and t raffickers exploit vulnerabilities that many people already face. They make false promises of a better life—whether that means a feeling of belonging, a better income, or a chance for new opportunities. (U.S. Department of Homeland Security) ​ Human trafficking targets the vulnerable, those who have experienced: Abuse Trauma Neglect Poverty Violence Family breakdown Homelessness Disability Victims of human trafficking face many barriers to escape and getting the help needed, including: psychological barriers, knowing and trusting avenues for help, threats to family and friends, identity theft, accrual of debt, lack of physical ability to leave, and more. (AFRJ) ​ Read, "IN THEIR SHOES: UNDERSTANDING VICTIMS’ MINDSETS AND COMMON BARRIERS TO VICTIM IDENTIFICATION " This document outlines a wide variety of both physical and psychological reasons why trafficked persons cannot or will not leave a trafficking situation.

Sex Trafficking Safety Plan Are You a Victim? Signs Fight Trafficking Training & Action Groups Are You a Victim or Survivor of Human Trafficking? ​ It can be so easy to get caught up on this. We understand. You are not alone. We are here for you. We offer personal, non-judgmental support, help with healing, renewal and exploring healthy relationship and self-care sessions, etc. We offer a study on healing after sexually abusive relationships called, "Steps to Sexual Health." For those who have suffered a forced abortion, we have a highly recommended study called, "Forgiven and Set Free." How to tell if you’ve been trafficked While every case of trafficking is different, there are signs you can look out for if something doesn’t feel right about your situation. ​ Promise of a better life You can be trafficked by someone you’ve met in person or online. They might have: treated you like a princess at first, but then the relationship turned bad and you began to feel guilty for the problems and you longed to make the relationship right again. (Traffickers study how to manipulate girls in this way. It's not your fault if you find yourself in this situation. Those who love you understand and want to see you freed from this abusive relationship and support you.) made sex rough or not nice, but then took you out and bought you something nice suggested you have sex with someone else promised you a good job or a relationship Being forced to work You might have been trafficked if you’ve been: forced to work very long hours paid very little, or nothing at all forced to have sex with people ​ Having your freedom taken away Your trafficker might have stopped you from leaving by: isolating you from friends and/or family taking away your passport, driver's license or identification papers claiming you owe them money, perhaps for travel or accommodation accompanying you wherever you go threatening to hurt you, your pet or someone you love threatening to share shameful videos of you to other people (But remember, those who love you will not judge you. They will judge your trafficker.) You can be trafficked by people you trust Locally, we have seen family members traffick other family members. If you are being told you have to have sex with someone, it is likely that you are being trafficked. No matter what reason they give you for this, it is wrong. You are not to blame. You have found yourself in an abusive situation and as confusing as it feels, we are here to help and support you. It is important for you and for others around you that you reach out for help. Those who have reached out to us for help in the past have found rescue and safety. We love you. We are here for you. https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/immigration/trafficking/if-youve-been-trafficked/ A VICTIM MAY: Not self-identify as a victim of sex trafficking. May not appear to need social services because they have a place to live, food to eat, medical care and what they think is a paying job. Be taught to distrust outsiders, especially law enforcement. They have a sense of fear and distrust toward the government and police and people in authority. Foreign victims may be afraid they will be detained and deported. Feel better in their current situation than where they came from, even if they are being exploited. Be completely unaware of their rights or may have been intentionally misinformed about their rights. Fear for their families and/or loved ones. Some traffickers threaten that they will harm their families if they report their situation to, or cooperate with, law enforcement. - Crime Stoppers ​ ​

Adoption Call or Text us Today at 902-678-6217 Visit us at 104 Webster St., Kentville, Nova Scotia Adoption Support Navigating pregnancy options in an unplanned pregnancy can be difficult. Our decision making tools will help you evaluate if adoption is a good choice for you. If you are considering the option of adoption, we can refer you to a licensed adoption social worker from Family & Children's Services. If you choose to make an adoption plan we can provide further support according to your expressed needs during the pregnancy as well as after birth. Our client support team is dedicated to making sure you get the support you need. ​ You may be interested to know that in Nova Scotia, there are many, many families waiting to adopt infants. There are older children in Foster Care who are available for adoption in Nova Scotia, but the fact is that there are very many families in Nova Scotia looking to adopt infants today, but there is a lack of infants available for adoption in this province. As the Department of Community Services' website states, "There are fewer infants available for adoption than in the past and there is a lengthy waiting period to adopt infants." We are here to help you learn more and walk with you through this process. ​ Text or Call us Today at 902-678-6217

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COVID 19: SERVICE CHANGES Call or Text us Today at 902-678-6217 ​ YES WE ARE HERE FOR YOU. We are at the Centre by appointment and available any time 24/7 by simply calling or texting us at 902-678-6217 . We have regular Office Hours: Tues., Wed., Thurs. 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM We realize that those who are pregnant and looking for support or abortion during this difficult time may face many roadblocks and frustrations and stress. We exist to help support you during this challenging time. ​ ​In an effort to protect you, and all of our vulnerable guests, and to minimize the transmission of COVID-19, we will be enacting some new policies until further notice: ​ Therefore, if you have symptoms of fever/feverish, new or existing cough or difficulty breathing or have traveled internationally (outside Canada) or outside of the province within the last 14 days or have had close contact with a confirmed or probable COVID-19 case or had close contact with a person with acute respiratory illness who has been outside Canada or outside the province in the last 14 days, we ask that you not come in to the Centre, but call and we can help you remotely. ​ These types of policies are being implemented across Canada. It is our hope that we will be a part of minimizing transmission, at the same time as providing much needed services to our community. If you have any questions about our services please text or call us. We are here for you. ​ Text or Call us Today at 902-678-6217

Services Text or Call us Now 902-678-6217 Sarah is sitting in her doctor’s office as she hears the words, “You’re pregnant.” The doctor is asking her, “What support do you have?” Through the fog of her shock, she’s thinking, “Not my boyfriend. Not my parents. Not my church … I guess I don’t have much support. So I guess I don’t have many options." ​ The Valley Care Pregnancy Centre exists to help answer the question, "What support do you have?" Women and their partners tell us that what they need most is loving support. Our goal is to offer that loving support. ​ One of our recent guests described her visit as, " EXCELLENT! The liberating message ... and the affirmation in counsel I received was both freeing and affirming." ​ We offer ​Free, confidential, personal support for you, your partner and your family (or any combination of those). Loving support from people who understand for as long as you need us Free pregnancy tests Maternity clothes & prenatal vitamin referral Personal, one-on-one pregnancy coaching Your own individualized pregnancy & parenting education Pregnancy, Labour, Birth & Parenting videos & a private lounge for viewing & learning with a facilitator Community referrals for tons of resources Help with diapers, formula, maternity clothes & breast feeding Quality baby clothes up to age two Connection with a mom's group in your area Phone, text & email support after hours ​ Text or Call us Now 902-678-6217 Contact Us

COVID 19: SERVICE CHANGES Call or Text us Today at 902-678-6217 ​ YES WE ARE HERE FOR YOU. We are available any time 24/7 by simply calling or texting us at 902-678-6217 . Due to COVID restrictions, our physical office is closed, but we are available to talk or video chat with you. We realize that those who are pregnant and looking for support or abortion during this difficult time may face many roadblocks and frustrations and stress. We exist to help support you during this challenging time. ​ ​In an effort to protect you, and all of our vulnerable guests, and to minimize the transmission of COVID-19, we will be enacting some new policies until further notice. ​ Therefore, if you have symptoms of fever/feverish, new or existing cough or difficulty breathing or have traveled internationally (outside Canada) or outside of the province within the last 14 days or have had close contact with a confirmed or probable COVID-19 case or had close contact with a person with acute respiratory illness who has been outside Canada or outside the province in the last 14 days, we ask that you not come in to the Centre (even when the office is open), but call and we can help you remotely. ​ These types of policies are being implemented across Canada. It is our hope that we will be a part of minimizing transmission, at the same time as providing much needed services to our community. If you have any questions about our services please text or call us. We are here for you. ​ Text or Call us Today at 902-678-6217

One Time Gift ​ Yes! I want to make a BIG impact on lives in our community! Credit Card through PayPal Click HERE, fill in the amount you wish to give and click, "Donate with Debit or Credit Card". (see illustration) e-Transfer Send an e-Transfer to info@asafeplaceforme.com ​ Send a Cheque You can write a cheque to: The Valley Care Pregnancy Centre. Our mailing addres s is: PO Box 723, Kentville, NS B4N3X9 Monthly Giving Planned Giving Donate Stocks Consider giving more! Did you know? At the end of the year, for the total amount you give this mission over $200, every additional $100 will increase your tax credit by $50 (for those earning under $100,000 / year). ​ Awesome, helpful links: General Charitable Giving information : Charitable donations tax credit rates Basic explanation of how to calculate tax credits & example “Spending of funds is confined to board approved programs and projects. Each restricted contribution designated towards a board approved program or project will be used as designated, with the understanding that when the need for such a program or project has been met or cannot be completed for any reason determined by the board, the remaining restricted contributions designated for such programs or projects will be used where needed most.” ​

Monthly Giving One Time Gift Planned Giving Donate Stocks Credit Card: Call us (902-670-8510) to set up a monthly donation with your credit card. ​ e-Transfer: Send your gift by e-Transfer to info@asafeplaceforme.com - OR - If you have a PayPal account: Click HERE, fill in the amount you wish to give monthly and check this box that says, "Make this a monthly donation" EFT: If you want to make your monthly gift directly from your bank account each month, simply send us a void cheque along with this form: HERE . Become a Monthly Partner!! “God's lovingkindness endures to all generations and He has shown His love to me in Jesus. I want to share His love with those who feel they have no support so they may know the love of Jesus, too." - a monthly partner. ​ Making a monthly donation is the best way to support those facing an unplanned pregnancy in our community! Becoming a monthly donor means: More impact Easier budgeting Fewer emails and reminders ​ ​ Begin now. Just click HERE, fill in the amount you wish to give monthly and check this box that says, "Make this a monthly donation" ​ Increase Your Impact! Women, children and their families need support all year long – your monthly donation provides the needed, reliable funds for the many unplanned pregnancy options discussions, parenting courses, post abortion support and relationship coaching. Scheduled donations make it easier for us to plan better to serve these community needs. ​ It’s Easier! Dividing your annual donation over 12 months is easier to plan – and you can feel good all year about supporting those in need.! Since your monthly gifts are automatic, there is less administration, so your dollars go further in supporting positive options in our community. ​ Begin now. Just click HERE, fill in the amount you wish to give monthly and check this box that says, "Make this a monthly donation" ​ Fewer Emails and Reminders As a Monthly Partner, you already give your gifts to support those in need in our community, so you will not receive requests for donations. You will only get our newsletters that explain how your gifts are being put into action! ​ Begin now. Just click HERE, fill in the amount you wish to give monthly and check this box that says, "Make this a monthly donation" ​ Still have questions? Contact us, at 902.670.8510 or info@asafeplaceforme.com . Thank you for supporting life in our community. ​ ​ ​ “Spending of funds is confined to board approved programs and projects. Each restricted contribution designated towards a board approved program or project will be used as designated, with the understanding that when the need for such a program or project has been met or cannot be completed for any reason determined by the board, the remaining restricted contributions designated for such programs or projects will be used where needed most.” ​

Sex Trafficking Safety Plan Are You a Victim? Signs Fight Trafficking Training & Action Groups Sex Trafficking Conference ​ Taken No More Conference: Compassion in Action . The TAKEN No More: Sex Trafficking Prevention and Awareness Conference was held online Saturday, May 23, 2020 at 10:00 AM with the Nova Scotia RCMP Human Trafficking Team . Brought to you by the Valley Care Pregnancy Centre, Kentville. ​ Prevention • Identification • Rescue • Restoration • Reforms Join us to discover how you can make a difference today. ​ The goal of our conferences is to gain knowledge, resources, ideas, and strategies needed to move forward in the efforts to end human trafficking and to protect the vulnerable in our local community. ​ This conference partnered with local and international agencies to Raise awareness of what sex trafficking is and how it is affecting people in our community. Educate on the issues surrounding sex trafficking and how to recognize it and how and when to report it. Give you the opportunity to form networks and groups finding the gaps and filling them with your own specific strengths and abilities. Learn ways to care for the vulnerable in our communities, protecting them from being lured into sex trafficking. We are convinced that God has uniquely positioned you right where you are to be a vital part of combating human trafficking and to prevent it from happening in the first place. Check this page for upcoming conferences in the future. ​

Privacy Policy Call or Text us Today at 902.678.6217 Visit us: 104 Webster St., Kentville, Nova Scotia The following online privacy policy is to protect and secure the personal information you provide to our organization online. Awareness The Valley Care Pregnancy Centre provides this online policy to make sure you are aware of our security practices and to inform you of the way your information is collected and used. We also provide you with the opportunity to remove your name from our mailing list, if you desire to do so. Information we collect There are two different ways in which we collect information from visitors on our website: From persons interested in requesting information or materials from our organization and from our online donations. The online information that we collect includes name, address, city, province, postal code, telephone number, e-mail address, and, in the case of those filling out forms for serving with us, we collect the information they provide. In order to continuously improve your service and tailor our subsequent communications to you, we may also ask you to provide us with enough information regarding your demographics, comments, professional interests, and contact preferences. How the information used The Valley Care Pregnancy Centre uses your information to understand your needs with the aim of providing you better service. We may use your information to complete a transaction or issue you an income tax receipt for a donation. If you so desire, we may also use this information to update you on projects and activities of the organization and from time to time receive the personal views of the executive director, board members or other representatives of the Centre. We also provide you the opportunity to remove your name from our mailing list, if you desire to do so. No sharing of personal information The Valley Care Pregnancy Centre never sells, rents, leases, or exchanges your personal information with other organizations. The Valley Care Pregnancy Centre assures you that the identity of all who contact us through this web site will be kept confidential. Use of personal information will be limited to the internal purposes of the Valley Care Pregnancy Centre only to further the activities and purposes of the Valley Care Pregnancy Centre. Security The Valley Care Pregnancy Centre is committed to ensuring the security of your personal information. To prevent unauthorized access, maintain data accuracy, and ensure the proper use of information, we have established and implemented appropriate physical, electronic, and managerial procedures to safeguard and secure the information we collect online. Once we receive your information, it is accessible only to a small number of trusted Valley Care Pregnancy Centre staff who have been specially trained in processing this information. ​ Privacy Statement The Valley Care Pregnancy Centre normally collects guest information directly from our guests. We may collect your information from other persons with guest consent or as authorized by law for purposes of offering our services to our guests. How do we safeguard personal information? We may transfer your personal information to service providers where information processing is outsourced by us in the course of our administrative procedures. Where personal information is transferred to a service provider for processing, we require the service provider to respect this Privacy Statement and we restrict them from using or disclosing personal information transferred to them for any purpose other than the provision of services to us. Be advised that in certain circumstances we are required by law to disclose certain personal information to third parties. We make every reasonable effort to ensure that personal information is accurate and complete. We rely on individuals to notify us if there is a change to their personal information that may affect their relationship with our organization. If you are aware of an error in our information about you, please let us know and we will correct it on request wherever possible. In some cases we may ask for a written request for correction. We protect personal information in a manner appropriate for the sensitivity of the information. We make every reasonable effort to prevent any loss, misuse, disclosure or modification of personal information, as well as any unauthorized access to personal information. We use appropriate security measures when destroying personal information, including shredding paper records and permanently deleting electronic records using the appropriate sanitation methods depending on the kind of electronic devices used and the sensitivity of the personal information to be destroyed. The Privacy Officer designated by the VCPC will record the security measures employed on a Certificate of Media Sanitation form. Unfortunately, no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed to be 100% secure. As a result, while we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot ensure or warrant the security of any information you transmit to us or receive from us electronically. This is especially true for information you transmit to us via email. We have no way of protecting that information until it reaches us. Once we receive your transmission, we make our best efforts to ensure its security on our servers. ​ Information Collected Our web servers log the following information: Internet Protocol (IP) address of computer being used Web pages requested Referring web page Browser used Date and time This website does not associate this data with individual user identities. ​ Analytics partners We partner with third-party analytics providers to help us understand how visitors use our sites. We use this information to improve our content and your experience visiting our site. In order to generate this information, these analytics partners set their own cookies. We do not pass any personally identifying information about users to our partners. Google Analytics How Google uses information from sites that use Google Analytics. Google does not combine, match or cross-reference information from Google Analytics with any other user information. Team Member & Donor Privacy We respect your privacy and adhere to legislated privacy requirements. We ensure that the personal information we collect about you is safeguarded and compliant with current policy legislation. This personal information may be used to inform you of our programs and activities including funding needs and opportunities to volunteer and/or donate. This may be through periodic contacts, special events and surveys. On occasion the Valley Care Pregnancy Centre (VCPC) publicly recognizes the names of our donors. Before the VCPC uses any of your personal information publicly we will obtain your written consent to do so. We do not sell, trade or rent out any names or personal information. If you have any questions about the application of our privacy policy or if at any time you do not consent to having your personal information used for the purposes set out above, please contact our Executive Director. Privacy Statement Revisions We may change this Privacy Statement at any time and for any reason. We encourage you to review this Privacy Statement each time you visit the website. If we make a significant change to our Privacy Statement, we will post a notice on the homepage of our web site for a period of time after the change is made. This Privacy Statement was last revised on April 4, 2022. Questions and complaints. If you have a question or concern about any collection, use or disclosure of personal information by VCPC contact Bill Davenport, Executive Director of VCPC at 902.670.8510 or email at info@asafeplaceforme.com . ​ Text or Call us Today at 902.678.6217