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Assists citizens of Lorain County who have found themselves involved in the criminal process, whether as a victim of or a witness to criminal activity. Assists victims in applying for funds available to victims of criminal activity.

Assists victims of crime and their families. Services include assistance with paperwork, compensation, court advocacy, information and referrals, crisis intervention counseling, prevention and education, support groups, home visits for senior victims, and personal advocacy.

Provides access to victim advocates who can assist victims of crime. Services include

• Answering questions about crime victim rights, the criminal justice process, and related topics
• 24 hour response to law enforcement requests for intervention and assistance
• Crime victim escort and accompaniment
• Help with filing victim statements and compensation requests

Advocates may also provide referrals to other local resources and services that offer support to crime victims.

Homeless Outreach and Case Management, Rapid Re-housing, Emergency Assistance/Basic Needs, First Step Pregnancy Support, Social Work Counseling, HUD housing counseling including Foreclosure Prevention and Pre-purchase education, SSI/SSDI/SOAR Specialist, Prison Re-entry Case Management.

Community volunteers assist victims of domestic violence through the process of securing a civil protection order through domestic relations court; makes referrals for food, shelter, clothing or other assistance.

Provides support and assistance to Asian survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking. Also assists Asian survivors of hate crimes involving race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity, nationality, age, gender or political affiliation. Educates survivors about their options and assists with decisions involving the legal system, court proceedings, medical care and pursuing their education. Provides case management, referrals and emotional support.

The Victims Assistance Program is a support and advocacy program for victims of violent crimes. It is the mission of the Victims Assistance Program to restore the balance of the Criminal Justice System by maintaining a recognized presence during pending violent misdemeanor cases, protecting the rights and fair treatment of crime victims and assisting citizens in overcoming the trauma of crime victimization. Victims Assistance Program Services - Court advocacy and escort during all stages of the Criminal Justice Process. - Assistance in preparing and presenting victim impact statements and notification of Crime Victims Rights. - Victim representation in certain court proceedings upon request of the victim. - Notification and explanation of court dates and times. - Information about the Criminal Justice process. - Assistance in applying for financial compensation under the Ohio Crime Victim Compensation Program. - Appropriate referrals to social service agencies.

Provides 24/7 hotline and hospital response for victims of sexual violence and human trafficking. Services also include information and referrals to area services, supportive services, therapy and intensive wrap-around case management services.

Provides free, confidential crisis intervention to all victims of violent crimes and trauma, including victims of mass violence incidents. Offers emotional support and information. Provides assistance from first response at the crime scenes to court support throughout the justice system and includes the following services: - 24-hour Crisis Intervention: -- Debriefing, group crisis intervention, and individualized crisis intervention. -- 24-hour crisis hotline. -- Crime scene response and death notification. - Court Advocacy: -- Personal advocacy and action planning. -- Court accompaniment and assistance. -- Police and incident report follow-up. -- Protection orders and victim impact statements. -- Victim Information Notification Everyday (VINE). -- Victim rights education. -- Information on and assistance with the Ohio Crime Victim Compensation Program application. -- Children Who Witness Violence Program/Drop In Center.

Provides support, assistance and legal education to survivors of rape, sexual assault or sexual abuse when survivors choose to prosecute the offenders. Explains the legal aspects of rape and assault (but does not give legal advice), facilitates communication between client and other parties such as police and the courts, helps clients write Victim Impact Statements, and assists with dealing with the Ohio Parole Board. Helps clients access programs for victims of crimes in the State of Ohio and makes referrals to lawyers.

Navigating the court and legal system can be discouraging and confusing if you do not have a legal background. My Sister's Place has a court advocate to assist victims of the crime of domestic violence. If you are living in fear from your abuser, it may be possible for you to obtain a protection order against this individual. If you have sustained injuries or other costly effects of abuse, you may be eligible to make a victim compensation claim. Our court advocate can assist you with these applications and answer questions about legal processes that are common to those experiencing abuse at home.

Homeless Outreach and Case Management, Rapid Re-housing, Emergency Assistance/Basic Needs, First Step Pregnancy Support, Social Work Counseling, HUD housing counseling including Foreclosure Prevention and Pre-purchase education, SSI/SSDI/SOAR Specialist, Prison Re-entry Case Management.

Homeless Outreach and Case Management, Rapid Re-housing, Emergency Assistance/Basic Needs, First Step Pregnancy Support, Social Work Counseling, HUD housing counseling including Foreclosure Prevention and Pre-purchase education, SSI/SSDI/SOAR Specialist, Prison Re-entry Case Management.

Crisis Intervention, Information/Referral and Victim Advocacy are available free to any victims and their loved ones. Support groups for sexual assault victims and non-offending caregivers of sexually abused children are available periodically. Safe At Home Address Confidentiality program applications completed for victims of domestic violence, stalking, sexual violence and human trafficking. Sexual Violence is our primary focus, but any victim of any crime is welcome to use our services.

Assists individuals in gaining access to a range of services available to them in the community, such as housing, income assistance, safety, physical and behavioral health needs, parenting education and vocational needs. Develops an Individual Service Plan (ISP) with the client and works with victims of domestic violence on issues of self-esteem, life-skills, and safety planning for themselves and their children. Also provides reestablishment services, such as relocation assistance and emergency rent/mortgage payments, security deposits for those with financial need. Often provides needed household items such as furniture, cleaning products, personal hygiene products, clothes, food, etc. Maintains follow-up contact with clients for a minimum of three months to two years.

Offers assistance in dealing with the justice system to individual victims of domestic violence (including elder abuse), stalking or related crimes. Includes information on the legal process, safety planning, and planning for next steps in the legal process. Advocates are not attorneys but have access to lists of attorneys who are knowledgeable about domestic violence. Advocates are assigned to the criminal municipal courts and are available assist victims with the criminal court process, including temporary protective orders. Accompaniment to court is provided to victims who live in the areas served. Accompaniment services are available for victims with criminal complaints, child custody cases, juvenile court cases if the parents have been together but never married, divorce cases, and domestic relations cases. Those who are clients may have access to donated cell phones to use in emergencies.

Provides crime victim compensation.

Provides emotional support for youth victims and survivors through the juvenile court process.

Assists elder crime victims (age 60 and older) with a variety of services such as safety planning, trauma support, support during investigations and prosecutions, emergency repairs, spiritual support, and mediation services whether or not anyone was arrested or prosecuted. Works closely with Adult Protective Services.

Provides legal assistance for LGBTQ+ individuals. Cases may include criminal justice victim support. **They are unable to accept cases involving criminal defense, personal injury, medical malpractice, tenant defense, adoptions, and cases involving a request for monetary damages**

Provides a victim assistance program designed specifically to assist the Hispanic/Latino community.

Provides specialized professional assistance to victims of crime and trauma. Program facilitates recovery through education and therapeutic interventions, with opportunities for support and healing in both group and individual settings.

investigates crimes which have taken place wi thin the city of dayton: homicides/assaults ( call 937-333-1190) juvenile crimes (call 937-333-1232) forgeries (call 937-333-1200) and special in vestigations (call 937-333-1332). also takes miss ing persons reports and investigates those.

Offers independent housing to individuals experiencing the disabling effects of a serious mental or psychological problem. HUD subsidized, 19 efficiency apartments.