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Sexual Assault:
Support and advocacy services for people who have been
sexually abused and/or assaulted, as well as support
for others close to the one victimized. Services can
include: assistance at the hospital following a 911
or crisis call; individual or group support; information
on filing an Order For Protection (OFP) or Harassment
Restraining Order (HRO); court appearance assistance;
emergency safe housing; prevention/early intervention
education; other help based on the victim/survivor's
self-defined needs.
Children & Teens:
Support and advocacy services for minors (and their
caregivers) who have directly experienced or been affected
by abuse, inside their homes or elsewhere. Services
can include: individual support;
court assistance; prevention/early intervention education;
parenting information and guidance; safety planning
for children, youth, and/or parents; coordination of
assistance with schools and other agencies.
Domestic Violence:
Support and advocacy services for women and men who have been
battered emotionally, psychologically, sexually, and/or
physically by their significant partner. Services can
include: assistance at the hospital following a 911 or
crisis call; individual or group support; information
on filing an Order For Protection (OFP) or Harassment
Restraining Order (HRO); court assistance; safety planning;
emergency safe housing; exploring housing & financial
aid options; obtaining emergency food, clothing or household
items; prevention/early intervention education, or other
help as may be needed.
General Crime:
Support and advocacy services for people who have been
a victim of a crime not specifically covered under other
programs, as well as support for others close to the
one victimized. Services can include: victim's rights information;
assistance at the hospital following a 911 or crisis
call; individual support; information on filing for
Crime Victim Reparations, a Harassment Restraining Order (HRO),
or an Order For Protection (OFP) if appropriate to your situation;
court assistance; referrals to a variety of other resources;
or other help based on the victim's self defined needs.
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