Resources are available through the Victim Services Division:

An advocate will assess your needs and refer you to community agencies that can best assist you.

If your abuser has been arrested and a criminal case has been filed by the District Attorney, we have made services available to you in an effort to make the criminal justice system more understandable, accessible and personable.

Confusing as the criminal justice system may be, we provide victims with the opportunity to find out exactly what stage the case may be with a full explanation as to what that may mean to you. Confusion and lack of insight into the workings of the justice system is possibly the most significant barrier individuals encounter when finding themselves thrown into the system. We believe that providing victims with case status updates and orientation significantly reduces the stress and fear one commonly experiences in being faced with such a system. A program advocate will accompany you to court if you are subpoenaed to testify.

If you have incurred any out-of-pocket medical expenses as a result of your victimization, our office can assist you in applying for compensation through the Victim of Crime Compensation Program. The program is administered by the State Board of Control and provides monetary assistance to victims of violent crime, such as spousal battery, for medical expenses and therapy expenses, among others.

It is very likely that you may need the assistance of a therapist to work through your victimization. If you feel that you are in need of therapy, we can provide for you a list of therapists in your area who are familiar with the Victim of Crime Compensation Program. This list also includes each therapist's area of specialty to assist you in choosing who is right for you.