Victims of Relationship Violence (4:VI): Difference between revisions

Victim Link BC provides assistance in connecting to a victim service worker in any area of BC.  The service is toll free, confidential and anonymous.  

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Victims, civil protected parties, and victim service workers (on behalf of their clients) may call the Victim Safety Unit to request specific information including BC Corrections custody status, court updates, and copies of protection orders.  These parties may also register with VSU to receive updates automatically.  If the offender is under federal jurisdiction (under the supervision of the Correctional Service of Canada or the Parole Board of Canada), the VSU will, upon request, forward the registration form to CSC/PBC.  The CSC/PBC will provide victim notification to registered victims directly.  

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The Crime Victim Assistance Program offers a variety of benefits to assist victims in dealing with the aftermath of violence in relationships.  In situations where the offender represents an ongoing significant risk to the victim’s safety, protective measures such as home alarm systems, security devices, and equipment and other safety measures may be available.  In cases involving high risk victims, the victim and his or her family may be eligible for relocation expenses where all other safety measures are considered insufficient to address the victim’s safety needs.  For a complete list of benefits available, see the CVAP website, below.

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This service helps children deal with the effects of trauma at each developmental level.  Parents and professionals can call the Ministry of Child and Family Development at 1-877-387-7027 to request referrals to the program, which is free and confidential.

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