Victim Services

Victim/Witness Assistance Program
Sexual Assault Assistance Program
Domestic Violence Assistance Program
Battered Women's Shelter
Camp Ted E. Bear
Volunteer Program
Community Education
Self Defense and Prevention Programs
Contact Numbers

Victim/Witness Assistance Program:
The Victim/Witness Assistance Program helps to reduce the trauma and insensitive treatment to victims and witnesses. Services include:

Crisis intervention

Emergency assistance

Resources and referral counseling

Victims of Crime application

Orientation to the criminal justice system

Court support

Case dispositions/status

Notification of friends/relatives

Employer intervention

Restitution

Assistance with funeral arrangements

Crime prevention information and education

Sexual Assault Assistance Program:
The Rape/ Sexual Assault Assistance Program helps assist victims to begin their journey toward recovery. Services include:

Crisis intervention

24-hour crisis line

Counseling

Information on health awareness

Accompaniment

Advocacy

The Rape/ Sexual Assault Assistance Program includes an education component that provides information and self-defense.

Domestic Violence Assistance Program:
The Domestic Violence Assistance Program supports victims of domestic violence by providing the resources and information necessary to make informed choices. Services include:

Crisis intervention

24-hour crisis line

Accompaniment

Counseling

Temporary restraining orders

Court support

Advocacy

Information & referral

Case management & community education

Battered Women's Shelter:
One confidential shelter is available for battered women and their children. The shelter provides a safe haven for families to begin their healing process. Case management services are provided to families including educational and basic living classes and to help families transition into non-violent lifestyles.

Camp Ted E. Bear:
Camp Ted E. Bear offers one 4-day, overnight camp for children of domestic violence. The goal of the program is to attempt to offset the negative effects of witnessing violence by providing a structured day camp program. Children learn to: express feelings including anger, improve communication, problem solving and cognitive coping skills. They learn to increase their self-esteem, develop safety plans and enjoy and feel safe in a group environment.

Volunteer Program:
Training is available throughout the year for those interested in helping victims of crime. Volunteers provide crisis intervention over the crisis-line, provide support to victims at the hospital or crime scenes, assist at the battered women's shelter, manage case loads, provide community education and work on special projects that help to increase services to victims in our community.

Community Education:
Education and training is available in any area involving victims' issues. Trained staff and volunteers provide educational presentations to the community, social service agencies, clubs and school. Curriculum is customized to meet the specific needs of a group. A resource lending library is available to those interested in learning more about issues that affect victims of crime and how to better assist through the healing process.

Self Defense and Prevention Programs:
Self Defense Programs are available for individuals or groups interested in learning self-defense techniques. Training is offered for all age groups on sexual assault prevention and personal safety.