Offers legal advocacy, short term counseling, accompaniment and advocacy, information and referrals, and assistance applying for crime victims compensation to primary and secondary victims of crime.

* Offers different crisis and advocacy services for people who are Deaf, hard of hearing, DeafBlind, and late deafened. 24/7 Crisis Line. Free counseling. Crisis intervention. Personal, medical, and/or legal advocacy. Crisis interpreting. Case management. Safety planning. Empowerment to reinforce your autonomy and self-determination. Information and referral. Community and family education.

Victim Advocate accompanies and assists victims of violent crime, rape, abuse, and domestic violence through criminal justice process, including meeting with officials, and at appearances at family or criminal court.

* Provides crisis counseling for individuals dealing with rape, sexual assault/abuse, child sexual abuse, domestic violence, sexual harassment, and human trafficking.* Offers advocacy with other agencies and individuals.* Offers accompaniment to family and criminal court proceedings for people who are involved in domestic violence hearings.* Offers accompaniment to and advocacy with hospitals, the department of social services, law enforcement, and other agencies as needed.* Offers case management services related to housing, mental health, and educational needs. *Offers support groups and referral to long-term therapy for people who have been sexually assaulted.* Raises awareness and works towards the prevention of rape, sexual assault, child sexual abuse, sexual harassment, incest, human trafficking, and domestic violence.* Offers education and presentations to schools, professional agencies, and the community on all topics related to agency services.

Offers legal advocacy, short term counseling, accompaniment and advocacy, information and referrals, and assistance applying for crime victims compensation to primary and secondary victims of crime.

Provides free and confidential services to survivors of domestic violence. Services include a safe shelter, a 24-hour crisis hotline, advocacy, court accompaniment, transportation, counseling, a domestic violence support group, and New York State Crime Victims Board claims assistance.

Welcoming environment for children referred by Department of Social Services and local law enforcement investigating: child sexual abuse child physical abuse on-site forensic interviewing sex trafficking and child pornographyMakes referrals for: counseling treatment for children and non-offending family members medical treatment court preparation victim advocacy

* Provides crisis counseling for individuals dealing with rape, sexual assault/abuse, child sexual abuse, domestic violence, sexual harassment, and human trafficking.* Offers advocacy with other agencies and individuals.* Offers accompaniment to family and criminal court proceedings for people who are involved in domestic violence hearings.* Offers accompaniment to and advocacy with hospitals, the department of social services, law enforcement, and other agencies as needed.* Offers case management services related to housing, mental health, and educational needs. *Offers support groups and referral to long-term therapy for people who have been sexually assaulted.* Raises awareness and works towards the prevention of rape, sexual assault, child sexual abuse, sexual harassment, incest, human trafficking, and domestic violence.* Offers education and presentations to schools, professional agencies, and the community on all topics related to agency services.

Victims of rape and survivors of sexual assault current and past receive crisis intervention, counseling, accompaniment to hospital, health care advocacy, criminal justice system advocacy, and other services.

Offers legal advocacy, short term counseling, accompaniment and advocacy, information and referrals, and assistance applying for crime victims compensation to primary and secondary victims of crime.

Provides comprehensive support to primary and secondary victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and violent crimes. Services include a 24/7 hotline, emergency safe house, individual and group counseling, advocacy, legal and medical accompaniment, crime victim's compensation claims assistance, case management, and referrals to supportive services.

* Offers hospital services that include the following: Medical and surgical services Emergency room services Emergency medicine helicopter transport Laboratory services Women's Health Center Complete physical exams for women Treatment of gynecological problems Mammograms scheduled Diagnosis of sexually transmitted diseases Pregnancy testing/HIV testing Prenatal care and delivery Family Birthing Unit Rehabilitation services Diagnostic imaging Physician referrals Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Program (SANE) Treatment, by specially trained registered nurses, after sexual assault Sexually transmitted disease testing, including HIV Emergency contraceptives Prophylactic medication available for STDS/HIV Individual care Follow-up care Expert testimony in court proceedings

Offers legal advocacy, short term counseling, accompaniment and advocacy, information and referrals, and assistance applying for crime victims compensation to primary and secondary victims of crime.

* Assists victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, and their children to attain a life free of violence. Safe, temporary shelter, advocacy, safety planning assistance, supportive counseling, survivors support group, children's group, and educational presentations. Assistance applying for financial assistance to help with medical bills, lost wages, and counseling expenses related to the crime through the Victim Compensation Claims Assistance. Helps victims navigate the legal system through Court Advocacy/Victim Assistance.

Provides 24 hour crisis intervention hotline, 24 hour advocacy, group counseling, transportation, court accompaniment and preparation, and compensation claim for assistance through NYS Office of Victim Services.

**THIS AGENCY HAS DISCONTINUED SERVICES AS OF MARCH 14, 2025** Provides crisis intervention, advocacy services, case management, and information and referrals to adult victims of domestic violence and rape/sexual assault. Assists in filing for crime victims compensation, accompanies clients to court, police interviews, and court hearings.

Provides support services for anyone who has been a victim of a crime. Services include advocacy and accompaniment to court, social service agencies, police department and health care services, counseling, transportation, translation, assistance with applications and information notification and more.

* Provides support to victims of sexual assault and their loved ones.* Offers 24/7 hotlines service with trained counselors and advocates. * Offers Short-term counseling, accompaniment, and advocacy.* Provides training workshops for both students and professionals. Affiliation with SAFE Center/Sexual Assault Forensic Exam Center at Strong Memorial Hospital

Provides immediate emotional support as well as guidance through the criminal justice system and a wide range of free literature to victims and their families.

The mission of the Dutchess County Office of Probation and Community Corrections is to protect the community through intervention in the lives of those under supervision by facilitating compliance with court orders and serving as a catalyst for positive change. Operates in collaboration with criminal justice partners and the community. Provides services to courts, helps strengthen families and give victims a voice in the justice system.

Provides legal advocacy including information, referrals or accompaniment to: Family Court, Criminal Court, Domestic Violence Court, Sex Offense Court, Integrated Domestic Violence Court, police, probation department and District Attorney's office. Petitions and accompaniment for orders of protection. Also provides assistance to victims and family members who are entitled to compensation through the New York State Crime Victims Board. Provides referral, application process and support.

Accepts and investigates consumer fraud reports including reports about charities and nonprofits. Also the state counsel and Medicaid fraud unit. Provides assistance to victims of crimes that happened within New York State.

Offers victims crisis counseling, social service referral, information and support, transportation to court proceedings, and help in navigating the Crime Victims Compensation Program for reimbursement of medical expenses, loss of income, or a disability as a result of the crime.

Provides 24 hour crisis intervention hotline, 24 hour advocacy, group counseling, transportation, court accompaniment and preparation, and compensation claim for assistance through NYS Office of Victim Services.

Accepts and investigates consumer fraud reports including reports about charities and nonprofits. Also the state counsel and Medicaid fraud unit. Provides assistance to victims of crimes that happened within New York State.