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.

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.

Victim Assistance Program is often the first point of contact for victims seeking information, compensation, advocacy and emotional support related to their new and unwanted status as victims of crime. Advocates can immediately draw upon the resources of OVS for the purpose of delivering direct services, including referrals to all appropriate resources throughout New York, particularly other OVS funded victim assistance programs and the established network of crime victim service providers, compensation claims assistance (including emergency OVS compensation claims assistance), information, personal advocacy and follow-up contact through in person contact, telephone, mail, and e-mail.

Offers assistance to crime victims in obtaining information about the criminal justice process, the status of their case throughout investigative and prosecution stages, options available to them, referrals to other human service agencies, accompaniment to criminal and family court proceedings, assistance in filing for NYS Crime Victims Board compensation, short-term counseling and follow up support.

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.

Albany Memorial Hospital provides healthcare services for patients in the community. This is a 165-bed community hospital. Albany Memorial offers acute care and ambulatory surgery and a range of services including emergency services, critical care, ambulatory surgery, diabetes management and care for congestive heart failure. Samaritan Hospital offers The Sexual Assault and Crime Victims Assistance program, provide specialized services to sexual assault survivors, their families and friends, as well as crime victims. Also offers a women's health center with mammogram services.

Offers 24-hour crisis intervention hotline for victims of rape, sexual assault, domestic violence and other crimes. Provides counseling, accompaniment to hospital, safe shelter intake, legal options, support groups, advocacy and more.

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 technical support to attorneys representing crime victims in civil suits, refers crime victims to lawyers in their local area, and increases general awareness about availability of civil remedies for victims of crime.

Provides an online resource to help victims of crime get civil legal information and services, related to their housing, employment, and safety.

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.

The Sexual Assault and Crime Victims Assistance program, provides specialized services to sexual assault survivors, their families and friends, as well as crime victims.

Assists crime victims in filing applications for compensation for physical injury and/or property loss resulting from a crime.

A 24/7 local hotline that can offer information, emotional support and referrals. During business hours this line is answered by staff and after hours/weekends it will be answered by a trained volunteer.Please note -- text line is not available 24/7

* Ensures the provision of services of the District Attorney's office to victims of crimes.

* Keeps victims informed of the status of their cases.

* Provides advocacy for victims of crimes in the criminal justice system.

* Acts as a liaison to facilitate interaction between victims and the District Attorney's office.

* Assists victims in completing forms and paperwork regarding compensation, ancillary services and views toward sentencing.

* Helps people in crisis, traumatic, or victim situations by giving them information and help: Information about where to find community resources like basic needs, housing, food and other resources Domestic Violence Specialist available Talks with people to help them feel better, counseling support Provides case management helps spread info and awareness about orders to stay safe and get legal support Helps with going to court, including transportation Information and Support for victims Helps community members apply for funds for help and with paying back items stolen or damaged Helps encourage community outreach and learning Helps victims access support from the Office of Victim Services

Offers professional, affordable counseling and therapy services.

* Provides emotional support for individuals and their loved ones. * Offers guidance through the criminal and civil justice systems. * Accompanies victims and survivors to court. * Helps individuals prepare a victim impact statement. * Refers victims and survivors to appropriate resources for additional help. * Offers support groups in some areas. * Connects individuals with other victims and survivors who've had similar experiences.

Offers domestic violence and crime victim services, including a safe dwelling, a 24-hour hotline, crisis intervention, victims rights assistance, information on filing for compensation, transportation, and a cell phone program.

* Provides crime prevention and safety programs. Presentations and displays. FAIR/Fundamentals of Alcohol Intoxication Recognition. DARE/Drug Abuse Resistance Education. Senior Citizens Police Academy/Clergy Police Academy. Maintain personal safety. Law enforcement resources available in case of emergency. * Offers a Victim Assistance Program. Domestic violence services. Crisis support. Counseling and referrals. Advocacy services. Case status and court procedure information. Help with obtaining financial reimbursement. Support groups.

Provides civil legal serivces such as advice and representation to survivors/victims of crime, including college students within the Capital Region.

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.

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.

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.

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.