Schenectady resident honored with inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award
November 23, 2015 - 3:00pmThe New York State Office of Victim Services recently recognized Schenectady resident Patricia M. Gioia with its inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award for her years of advocacy on behalf of crime victims and their rights.
OVS awarded nearly $1 million in federal funding to create unique Crime Victims’ Legal Network
November 17, 2015 - 8:00amOnline tool will allow crime victims to determine the type of help they need in civil legal matters
Governor Cuomo announces $6.5 million to fund crime victims programs across the state
October 29, 2015 - 1:15pmGovernor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced $6.5 million in additional funding has been awarded to programs that assist crime victims across the state.
OVS Hosts Professional Development Conference
October 27, 2015 - 1:00pmThe Office of Victim Services convened a three-day professional development conference in Syracuse for victim advocates and service providers.
Governor Cuomo Signs Legislation to Assist Grandchildren of Homicide Victims
August 13, 2015 - 3:15pmNew provision allows eligible individuals to be reimbursed for counseling expenses
New Poster Raises Awareness of OVS Services
July 7, 2015 - 11:15amThe poster, distributed statewide to law enforcement, hospitals and other entities, highlights the availability of financial compensation for innocent crime victims.