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Maxine Hedin |
Overview…
Victims of crime have needs from the time of the
crime until the justice/court process has been concluded. These
needs are distinct from those addressed by the department of community
resources, health, education or other services
Southeast Regional Victim Services Inc. is a police-based
crisis intervention program funded by Saskatchewan Justice. We
work in partnership with the police and the community to provide
the best possible service to people who have been victimized by
crime or trauma.
Programs of Victim Services…
- Crisis Intervention
Victim Support Workers help to meet the immediate needs of victims
of crime providing information, advocacy, support and referral.
- Victim/Witness Services
Victim Services provides court orientation and supports victims
and witnesses during their involvement with the criminal justice
system.
- Compensation
Victim Services provides payment for reasonable expenses resulting
from a criminal act of personal violence.
- Education and Training
The Victim Services Program undertakes activities to educate
the public about the needs of victims and how to respond in
a helpful and compassionate way.
Our Services…
We work to meet our goals by offering the following
services:
- Crisis Intervention
- Emotional and practical support
- Assistance in accessing the criminal justice system
- Information on police procedures and the status of their
file
- Information on the criminal justice system
- Court orientation, court tour and accompaniment to court
- Crime prevention information
- Referrals to appropriate resources to meet their needs
Our Volunteers…
Southeast Regional Victim Services could not function
without our dedicated volunteers. A group of trained, security-cleared,
community volunteers is available to provide confidential service
to people.
Prior to beginning their work with Victim Services,
each Support Worker receives extensive training on victim needs,
police and justice system procedures, crime prevention and awareness
of the resources that are available for people in the community.
Training is ongoing throughout the volunteer’s involvement
with the program. If you are interested in volunteering with our
program, please contact the Victim Services office.
If crime or a traumatic event has
affected you, a family member or friend, please contact us for
assistance and information by dropping into our office at Estevan
Police Service, or by phoning 634-8040.
