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Program that works on behalf of individuals and/or groups to make sure that they receive the benefits and services for which they are eligible MORE INFORMATION Provides legal advocacy for survivors of domestic abuse or sexual assault * Legal advocacy during court hearings * Help with filling out and filing orders for protection * Advocacy with local law enforcement and court services to help educate and promote awareness of legal issues of battered women or men and their children

Program that works on behalf of individuals and/or groups to make sure that they receive the benefits and services for which they are eligible MORE INFORMATION Advocates help people: * At the hospital * At the police station when filing a report and being interviewed * At meetings with the prosecutor or on court dates * By communicating between investigators and prosecutors * By filing for court protection orders such as an Order for Protection or a Harassment Restraining Order * By helping people apply for confidential addresses as needed (Safe at Home program)

Program that works on behalf of individuals and/or groups to make sure that they receive the benefits and services for which they are eligible MORE INFORMATION Trained staff and volunteers offer help to survivors, families, and friends who have been affected by crime or violence. Advocates provide: * Crisis line * Civil and legal assistance * Assistance through the criminal court process * Hospital or law enforcement accompaniment * Short term emergency placement * Support groups * Parenting time centers * Thrift Store vouchers

This program provides support to people in abusive situations and works to reduce relationship abuse, intimate partner violence and family violence. Programs may include crisis intervention and domestic violence education and prevention. MORE INFORMATION Offers advocacy services for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault Trained advocates can assist with: * Resource referrals * Orders for protection

Program that works on behalf of individuals and/or groups to make sure that they receive the benefits and services for which they are eligible MORE INFORMATION Trained staff and volunteers offer help to survivors, families, and friends who have been affected by crime or violence. Advocates provide: * Crisis line * Civil and legal assistance * Assistance through the criminal court process * Hospital or law enforcement accompaniment * Short term emergency placement * Support groups * Parenting time centers * Thrift Store vouchers

Program that works on behalf of individuals and/or groups to make sure that they receive the benefits and services for which they are eligible MORE INFORMATION Trained staff and volunteers offer help to survivors, families, and friends who have been affected by crime or violence. Advocates provide: * Crisis line * Civil and legal assistance * Assistance through the criminal court process * Hospital or law enforcement accompaniment * Short term emergency placement * Support groups * Parenting time centers * Thrift Store vouchers

Program that works on behalf of individuals and/or groups to make sure that they receive the benefits and services for which they are eligible MORE INFORMATION Trained staff and volunteers offer help to survivors, families, and friends who have been affected by crime or violence. Advocates provide: * Crisis line * Civil and legal assistance * Assistance through the criminal court process * Hospital or law enforcement accompaniment * Short term emergency placement * Support groups * Parenting time centers * Thrift Store vouchers

Program that works on behalf of individuals and/or groups to make sure that they receive the benefits and services for which they are eligible MORE INFORMATION Provides individual support and assistance with: * Safety planning * Housing options * Transportation * Assistance with criminal and civil court issues * Assistance in writing Orders for Protection and Harassment Orders * Applying for government assistance * A trained, dedicated advocate guides victims through the criminal court process when a partner is charged with domestic assault.

Program that works on behalf of individuals and/or groups to make sure that they receive the benefits and services for which they are eligible MORE INFORMATION Trained staff and volunteers offer help to survivors, families, and friends who have been affected by crime or violence. Advocates provide: * Crisis line * Civil and legal assistance * Assistance through the criminal court process * Hospital or law enforcement accompaniment * Short term emergency placement * Support groups * Parenting time centers * Thrift Store vouchers

Program that works on behalf of individuals and/or groups to make sure that they receive the benefits and services for which they are eligible MORE INFORMATION Assists victims of domestic violence and trafficking with petitioning for an Order for Protection or Harassment Restraining Order * If requested by a Petitioner, an Advocate will attend hearings for support and guidance. * Inform clients about the court and legal process, act as a form of support and help process the outcome of the hearing afterward

Program that works on behalf of individuals and/or groups to make sure that they receive the benefits and services for which they are eligible MORE INFORMATION Trained staff and volunteers offer help to survivors, families, and friends who have been affected by crime or violence. Advocates provide: * Crisis line * Civil and legal assistance * Assistance through the criminal court process * Hospital or law enforcement accompaniment * Short term emergency placement * Support groups * Parenting time centers * Thrift Store vouchers

Program that works on behalf of individuals and/or groups to make sure that they receive the benefits and services for which they are eligible MORE INFORMATION Trained staff and volunteers offer help to survivors, families, and friends who have been affected by crime or violence. Advocates provide: * Crisis line * Civil and legal assistance * Assistance through the criminal court process * Hospital or law enforcement accompaniment * Short term emergency placement * Support groups * Parenting time centers * Thrift Store vouchers

Program that works on behalf of individuals and/or groups to make sure that they receive the benefits and services for which they are eligible MORE INFORMATION Offers assistance and support to victims of sexual violence through: * Medical advocacy during exams or while receiving medical care * Legal advocacy on filing a police report or other legal issues

Program that works on behalf of individuals and/or groups to make sure that they receive the benefits and services for which they are eligible MORE INFORMATION Advocates help people: * At the hospital * At the police station when filing a report and being interviewed * At meetings with the prosecutor or on court dates * By communicating between investigators and prosecutors * By filing for court protection orders such as an Order for Protection or a Harassment Restraining Order * By helping people apply for confidential addresses as needed (Safe at Home program)

Program that works on behalf of individuals and/or groups to make sure that they receive the benefits and services for which they are eligible MORE INFORMATION Provides culturally sensitive, bilingual direct service to refugee and immigrant victims of general crime. Connects clients to: * Advocacy * General crime victim information * Support through the healing process * Professional counseling and therapy * Assistance with navigating the criminal justice system * Assistance in filing Orders for Protection * Referrals to legal services, mental health services, shelter, and other basic needs * Bilingual advocacy This agency has Spanish, Somali, Bosnian, Vietnamese, and Arabic speaking staff in the office. IMAA also offers Language Services and able to support several other languages that are spoken in the community.

An ombudsman is a neutral party who investigates consumer complaints. They work with both the consumer and the organization to resolve consumer issues and improve customer service. MORE INFORMATION The Crime Victim Justice Unit investigates complaints from crime victims about decisions and actions of criminal justice professionals. Assistance includes: * Information and referral - Information on crime victim statutory rights - Referral to crime victim services * Help navigating the criminal justice system - Information about procedures and practices of all aspects of the criminal justice system - Explanation of the roles of law enforcement, prosecutors, judges, and others

Program that works on behalf of individuals and/or groups to make sure that they receive the benefits and services for which they are eligible MORE INFORMATION Assists victims of domestic violence and trafficking with petitioning for an Order for Protection or Harassment Restraining Order * If requested by a Petitioner, an Advocate will attend hearings for support and guidance. * Inform clients about the court and legal process, act as a form of support and help process the outcome of the hearing afterward

Program that works on behalf of individuals and/or groups to make sure that they receive the benefits and services for which they are eligible MORE INFORMATION Provides services to women, children and men including: * 24/7 on-call advocacy follow-up to all arrests * Assistance in drafting Orders for Protection and Harassment Orders * Transportation and support advocacy for court hearing * Assistance in gathering and documenting evidence in criminal and civil cases (photos of injuries) * A communication network linking women with probation officers, prosecuting attorneys and law enforcement

Program that works on behalf of individuals and/or groups to make sure that they receive the benefits and services for which they are eligible MORE INFORMATION Provides legal advocacy for survivors of domestic abuse or sexual assault * Legal advocacy during court hearings * Help with filling out and filing orders for protection * Advocacy with local law enforcement and court services to help educate and promote awareness of legal issues of battered women or men and their children

Program that works on behalf of individuals and/or groups to make sure that they receive the benefits and services for which they are eligible MORE INFORMATION Offers assistance to crime victims including: * Crisis Intervention * Resource referrals * Assistance with protection orders * Support and information in navigating the criminal justice system * Help with victim impact statements * Court assistance * Applying for financial assistance * Emergency funds

Crisis lines provide immediate support to help ensure a person's safety and help them take the next steps toward resolving a problem. Crisis intervention hotlines/helplines are available through telephone, email, chat, text or other communication methods. MORE INFORMATION An advocate for domestic abuse, child abuse, sexual assault and general crime victims in on-call 24/7.

Program that works on behalf of individuals and/or groups to make sure that they receive the benefits and services for which they are eligible MORE INFORMATION Trained staff and volunteers offer help to survivors, families, and friends who have been affected by crime or violence. Advocates provide: * Crisis line * Civil and legal assistance * Assistance through the criminal court process * Hospital or law enforcement accompaniment * Short term emergency placement * Support groups * Parenting time centers * Thrift Store vouchers

Program that works on behalf of individuals and/or groups to make sure that they receive the benefits and services for which they are eligible MORE INFORMATION The Advocacy Department supports men, women, transgender, and non-binary individuals impacted by domestic violence and sexual assault, including children, adolescents, adults and older adults. Advocates also support victims' families and friends. Clients can receive help with various medical, social, and legal systems issues, including: * Protection orders * Emotional support * Safety planning * Assistance with basic needs * Referrals (human services, legal, medical, shelter / housing) * Elder Abuse Advocacy * Human Trafficking

Program that works on behalf of individuals and/or groups to make sure that they receive the benefits and services for which they are eligible MORE INFORMATION Trained staff and volunteers offer help to survivors, families, and friends who have been affected by crime or violence. Advocates provide: * Crisis line * Civil and legal assistance * Assistance through the criminal court process * Hospital or law enforcement accompaniment * Short term emergency placement * Support groups * Parenting time centers * Thrift Store vouchers

Program that works on behalf of individuals and/or groups to make sure that they receive the benefits and services for which they are eligible MORE INFORMATION Trained staff and volunteers offer help to survivors, families, and friends who have been affected by crime or violence. Advocates provide: * Crisis line * Civil and legal assistance * Assistance through the criminal court process * Hospital or law enforcement accompaniment * Short term emergency placement * Support groups * Parenting time centers * Thrift Store vouchers