The fact that local transition houses have not seen an increase in admissions is a real concern for those who work with people escaping domestic violence.

Dan Meades is an advocate for transition homes in the province.

It’s generally understood that cases of domestic violence rise as societal stresses increase, and the pandemic has added a wide array of stresses to households.

He says no increase in admissions to transition houses does not mean that domestic violence has suddenly disappeared.

Transition homes are open and COVID protocols are in place to keep people safe from possible virus transmission, says Meades.