A brief summary of Western Alberta Regional Victim Serving Society services.
- Providing information about Victims rights
- Providing information about the criminal justice system and court proceedings
- Information about victim impact statements, statements on restitution and community impact statements
- Court dates and outcomes of court proceedings
- Navigation and coordinating access to justice system personnel
- Court preparation
- Attending court with victims
- Canvassing for testimonial aids and other accommodation requirements
- Emotional support and court debriefing
- Needs assessment to facilitate access and referrals for additional services
- Information and referral to the victim’s assistance program
- Assistance in completing and navigating forms
- Providing information about safety planning
- Navigation with obtaining emergency protection orders and restraining orders
- Emotional support and debriefing
- Crisis intervention
- Navigation of local community resources