Help for Crime Victims
If you or someone you know has been a victim of a crime, help may be available.
The Office of Victim Services may be able to help with medical bills and counseling expenses; burial and funeral costs; lost wages; and other types of assistance.
The agency also funds a network of victim service providers across New York State. Don’t wait another minute to learn more.
Guidance for Victim Service Providers
OVS also provides guidance and support to the network of victim service providers that it funds across New York State.
These agencies and organizations provide assistance such as counseling and crisis intervention, advocacy and legal help to those in times of need.
Professionals who work for victim service providers can access documents, advisory bulletins, informational e-mails and other information.
Event
Calendar
March
17
10:00 AM
NYS Office of Victim Services, 80 South Swan Street 2nd Floor, Albany, NY 12210
March
17
10:00 AM
NYS Office of Victim Services, 55 Hanson Place, Brooklyn, NY
March
19
10:00 AM
NYS Office of Victim Services, 65 Court Street, Room 308 Buffalo, NY
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