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Advocates for the full participation of people with disabilities in all aspects of life. Partners with employers and similar national organizations in projects to improve access and participation local communities, religious bodies, political processes, emergency planning, jobs, housing, health care, transportation and education.

A 24-hour outreach center to provide information and referrals to military service members, veterans, their families and others with questions about psychological health. Military Crisis Line: 988 (military and veterans press 1).

National Alliance on Mental Illness - Mid-Tidewater offers support, education, and advocacy for persons with mental illness and their families.

Provides advocacy and support for victims of domestic violence. Call the Victim/Witness Program if: *for questions about your role as a witness; *would like an explanation of court procedures or a courtroom tour before you testify; *want assistance filing for victims' compensation; *need a referral to social services agencies that provide emergency financial assistance; *would like someone to escort you to court; *have received crime related threats or harassment; *need information regarding the status of your case; *want a referral to legal aid. If you are the victim of a crime you may be entitled to the following: *PROTECTION: separate waiting area while your case is being heard. *FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: prompt return of property being held as evidence as the conclusion of the case and information about filing for Crime Victims' Compensation. *NOTIFICATION: employer contact to ensure that you are excused from work while appearing in court as a victim or witness. Case status and disposition information about your case. Notification from a local jail or the penitentiary of the convicted assailant's release or name change. Notification from the Attorney General's Office of an appeal being granted (All upon written request which can be accomplished through the Victim/Witness Program) without cost to you. *VICTIM INPUT: submission of a victim impact statement after defendant's conviction. Ability to remain in court during your case, unless excluded as a material witness or by order of the court. *COURTROOM ASSISTANCE: confidentiality of your address, phone number and place of employment (on request). Provision of an interpreter during court proceedings. *RESTITUTION: the defendant can be ordered by the court to pay a restitution to the victim of the crime. If the victim has had medical costs, damage or loss resulting from an offense, the court may order the victim be reimbursed by the defendant.

To educate, advocate for, empower, and support young women, before, during, and after cancer.

Offers help to families who are in need of community resources. Families do not need to be living in the Samaritan House shelter to use this service. Other services that victim advocates offer are: Crisis counseling and intervention; accompanying victims to court, encourage the victim to attend the Survivor Support Groups; perform a "Safety and Lethality" assessment to help them figure out the danger they are facing; help clients develop a safety plan for each family member.

Provides crisis intervention and court accompaniment throughout the prosecution process; will provide an update on the status of the pending criminal case; are available to explain the prosecution procedure (i.e. what is expected of the victim, and what the victim may expect); will address safety concerns of the victim and will work with employer or school to advocate for the victim; assist with victim compensation. Victim(s) or witnesses(es) need to contact this office if telephone or address changes.

The purpose of the National Federation of the Blind is the complete integration of the blind into society on a basis of equality. This objective involves the removal of legal, economic, and social barriers; the education of the public to new concepts concerning blindness; and the achievement by all blind people of the right to exercise to the fullest their individual talents and capabilities. It means the right of the blind to work along with their sighted neighbors in the professions, common callings, skilled trades, and regular occupations.

Provides crisis intervention and court accompaniment and referrals throughout the prosecution process for city victims of crime; will provide an update on the status of the pending criminal case; are available to explain the prosecution procedure (i.e., what is expected of the victim, and what the victim may expect); will address safety concerns of the victim and will work with employer or school to advocate for the victim; assist with victim compensation. Victim(s) or witnesses(es) need to contact this office if telephone or address changes.

The Partnership for People with Disabilities partner with people with disabilities and others to build communities where all people can live, learn, work and play together.

The Hanover CASA Program advocates for the best interests of children involved in the Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court process. The CASA program trains and supervises volunteers who gather information that is shared with the court when making decisions about the needs of abused and neglected children, or other children involved in juvenile dependency cases.

Consumer-run peer support facility is provided for people with a history of mental illness or a current mental health diagnosis in support of their recovery efforts. Services include peer support, advocacy, education, socialization and recreational opportunities.

Offers support, accompaniment, basic information, and advocacy to victims and survivors of sexual assault. However, these services do not provide any type of legal advice. Anyone needing detailed information about the criminal justice process or advice from an attorney is offered referrals in addition to our other services.

An Ombudsman is defined as one who investigates complaints and assists in achieving resolutions. Serves as an advocate for older persons who receive long-term care services. Investigates concerns and complaints regarding long-term care services in nursing homes, adult care residences, and in-home care providers. Addresses concerns about diet, staff, quality of care, environmental conditions and violations of clients rights. Includes the Volunteer Ombudsman Program and the Elder Abuse Prevention. LOA's Long-Term Care Ombudsman is part of a program administered through the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman of the Virginia Association of Area Agencies on Aging (V4A). To contact the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman call 1-800-552-3402.

Provide comprehensive support services to empower individuals affected by HIV/AIDS. The programs include counseling, medical assistance, housing assistance, case management, peer support groups, and community outreach to ensure holistic care.

Offers a Center for Independent Living that supports people with disabilities who seek to establish an independent life style. Services include information and referral for affordable/accessible housing, personal care, public transportation, interpreters for the deaf or hard of hearing. Also provides peer counseling, independent living skills training, advocacy. Need for clerical volunteers, literacy tutors, and general advocacy.

Advocacy for victims of violence in South Hampton Roads courts. Assist in obtaining protective orders and help survivors of violence navigate the court system. A YWCA On-Call Crisis Counselor is available 24/7 to respond to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and stalking, and for a family member(s)/friend(s) to provide support, information, and advocacy. Hospital, law enforcement, and magistrate /courts accompaniment for protective orders are available

The Sexual & Domestic Violence program provides solution-focused trauma-informed individual counseling and groups, hospital accompaniment, legal referral and accompaniment and a 24-hour hotline. Counselors meet with clients in our downtown office or at various locations in the Richmond Metro area and Chesterfield.

To fill critical gaps in services for victims of crime through direct service programs and professional support of victim advocates and organizations.

Care Coordination connects older individuals with a variety of services and resources that are needed to stay well and independent.

Host monthly Lunch & Learns to educate the public about important topics like suicide prevention, provide Mental Health First Aid to the community, provide Resource Guides to help those in need find therapy and resources quickly and easily, and bring together leaders from partner organizations to set community-wide goals to improve mental health access. Provide referrals to local services and providers.

UCP provides an online resource and community, My Child Without Limits, for parents and caregivers to exchange information and to help young children with any developmental disability or delay, start achieving a life without limits at an early age.

Providing referrals, education, and support for all individuals experiencing eating disorders and their loved ones. The Alliance offers comprehensive services, including: Free, therapist-staffed helpline offering support and referrals to all levels of care. Comprehensive and interactive referral website and app, findEDhelp.com. Free, weekly, therapist-led support groups nationwide (virtual and in-person) for those experiencing eating disorders and for their loved ones. Educational presentations and training days. Unique and empowering Southern Smash scale smashing events and SmashTALK panel discussions.

Advocates for the needs and priorities of persons with physical and sensory disabilities. Committee meets first Tuesday of every other month from 7PM to 9AM in the in the Development Services Building (5 County Complex Court) and allots 20 minutes for citizen concerns. Designated as Disability Services Board for Prince William County.

The VCU Autism Center for Education (VCU-ACE) builds state-wide capacity to improve outcomes of individuals with ASD by improving the knowledge, skills and understanding of families, educators, and professionals who support someone with a spectrum disorder.