- Supportive counseling and crisis intervention in person and by phone;
- Court accompaniment and advocacy;
- Safety planning;
- Referral and linkage to other needed programs, such as shelter, emergency housing, and long-term counseling;
- Information and education about domestic violence, teen dating violence, elder abuse, and assistance for children who witness abuse;
- Information and education about the court process;
- Facilitation of your wishes to the Assistant District Attorneys;
- Assistance with filing compensation claim applications with New York State Office of Victim Services (OVS),
- Assistance with compiling, copying, and distributing Victim Impact Statements; and
- Providing bilingual services.
- We understand that you may not be ready to proceed with criminal charges and can help explain options to maintain your safety. Advocates will assist you throughout each stage of your case. If your case is a felony-level crime, an Advocate will provide on-going support and accompaniment to each proceeding, whether it is Grand Jury or trial.
A safety plan is a tool which enables victims of domestic abuse to assess their options and reduce their risk of further abuse. Should you feel unsafe at any time, it is important to notify the advocates so they can assist you."
Check out BeSafe's abuse plan and advocacy.