Support for individuals who have been victimized as a result of crime or tragic circumstance is provided by professional staff and trained volunteers by telephone, on-scene and in our victim services office. Clients can access our services through referrals from community service agencies, the Police or self-referrals.
Emotional Support
- Supportive listening, Validation
- Assistance in gathering natural supports
- Identification of options and choices
- Emotional support through the criminal and family court system
- Provide information
Practical Assistance
- Transportation
- Safety Planning
- Supportlink preprogrammed 911 cell phones
- Financial support for emergency services
- Funeral Arrangements
- Accessing financial supports
- Food sustenance
- Filling out forms and/or applications
- Accompaniment
Advocacy
- Provide information
- Assist victims in navigating the social and criminal justice systems
- Support women through the criminal and family court systems
Referrals
- Community agencies, legal resources, criminal justice system, medical support, Victim Assistance organizations that are out of our service area