Services may include any or all of the following:

Advising victims of the status of the case

Documenting for restitution purposes any financial loss the victim suffered as a result of the crime

Providing accurate information and education about the criminal justice process

Accompanying victims to court hearings

Referring victims to community resources, such as legal services, mental or physical health treatment, clothing and financial assistance, child care providers, emergency funding, safe houses, police agencies

Advocating within the criminal justice system

Assisting with the application, when appropriate, for Crime Victims’ Compensation benefits

Giving emotional support

The Family Violence Specialist supervises volunteer advocates working in the Family Violence Unit. A minimum commitment of 8 hours. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT ERIN AT 682-4523.