VICTIM SUPPORT
is
help when you need it
reassurance
emotional support
time to talk
confidential & free
practical help
advice on compensation
help attending court
re-building your confidence
working for victims of crime
Anyone can become a victim of crime
Victim support offers help at the time when it is most needed.
People react in crime in many ways. Although most people don't suffer long term harm, both adults and children can be seriously affected.
"Since the burglary, no matter how many times we've cleaned the flat, it just doesn't feel the same."
"I keep thinking I see this person who attacked me walking down the street towards me."
"I am so worried about going to court and having to face him again."
"We didn't know whether we could claim for any kind of insurance or compensation."
"After the Victim Support people contacted me, I felt a lot better. It really mattered that someone took it seriously."
Victim Support is...
the only national organisation providing a comprehensive service to victims of crime.
Victim Support is...
working to provide support and advice for all victims of crime.
Victim Support is...
working to increase knowledge and awareness of crime and its effects.
Victim Support is...
an independent charity, working in close co-operation with the Home Office, the Police and others to ensure that victims are taken proper account of within criminal justice.
Victim Support in the community
Victim support is a network of local groups covering England, Wales and Northern Ireland who are fast developing a full service to victims of crime within their communities.
They operate according to nationally approved guidelines which are recognised by both the Home Office and the Police. Volunteers from all sections of the community are selected and trained to offer confidential support and advice.
Victims of crime are referred to victim support by the police and other agencies and can also make direct contact themselves. Volunteers usually visit victims at home. Victim support is in touch with other organisations and services who may be able to help.
How You Can Help
The Home Office has recognised the value of Victim Support by making limited funding available. Other costs have to be raised locally. Contributions of time and money are welcome from both individuals and organisations.
Victim support needs more volunteers to work with victims of crime.
Additional funds are required for:
volunteer and recruitment training
telephone, postage and visiting costs
premises and office equipment
If you would like to know more about Victim Support nationally or contribute to development programmes please contact the National Office.
Victim Support
National Office
Cranmer House
39 Brixton Road
London SW9 6DZ
0171 735 9166
registered charity no. 298028
Taken from the leaflet 'Victim Support Is...' published by Victim Support
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