--- title: "Help for U.S. Scam Victims" canonical: https://romancescamsnow.com/help-for-u-s-scam-victims/ type: post author: "SCARS Institute Editorial Team" published: 2023-01-06 modified: 2023-04-08 categories: ["♦ SCARS ADVOCACY", "2023", "Government Programs & Projects", "Insights", "Scam Victims' Assistance Resources", "YouTube Video", "♦ ABOUT ADVOCACY & ACTIVISM"] summary: "" organization: "SCARS Institute - Encyclopedia of Scans - World's #1 Anti-Scam Website - Romance Scams NOW" organization_url: https://romancescamsnow.com/ llms: https://romancescamsnow.com/llms.txt --- # Help for U.S. Scam Victims # Help for U.S. Scam Victims ## Victim's Rights & Financial Support ### Victims' Assistance - A SCARS Insight ## Help in Your State Learn how to apply for crime victim compensation and find contact information for victim assistance programs in your state see below for each U.S. state or territory. ### SCARS Victims' Assistance Services If you are a scam victim, anywhere in the world, we can help you. - [SCARS 3 Steps For New Scam Victims](https://romancescamsnow.com/dating-scams/scars-3-steps-for-new-scam-victims/) - [Urgent Next Steps](https://romancescamsnow.com/dating-scams/urgent-next-steps-for-a-scam-victim-after-the-discovery-of-the-scam/) - [A Scam Victim’s Checklist](https://romancescamsnow.com/dating-scams/a-scam-victims-checklist-interacting-with-the-police/) - [Next Steps – Protect Your Financial Identity](https://romancescamsnow.com/dating-scams/scars-next-steps-you-gave-the-scammer-your-information/) - [SCARS Scam Victim Support Groups](https://romancescamsnow.com/dating-scams/scars-victims-survivor-support-recovery-groups/) ### ALABAMA # Help in Your State: Alabama View contact information for the Alabama Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs](https://adeca.alabama.gov/Divisions/lets/Pages/VictimsPrograms.aspx) Law Enforcement and Safety Division Phone: 334-353-3252 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Alabama Crime Victims' Compensation Commission](https://acvcc.alabama.gov/) Phone: 334-290-4420 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### ALASKA # Help in Your State: Alaska View contact information for the Alaska Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Alaska Council on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault](https://dps.alaska.gov/CDVSA/Home) Phone: 907-465-5501 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Alaska Department of Public Safety](https://dps.alaska.gov/VCCB/Home) Violent Crimes Compensation Board Phone: 800-764-3040 ## Additional Resources Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### AMERICAN SAMOA # Help in Your State: American Samoa View contact information for the American Samoa Victim Assistance program below. ## Victim Assistance American Samoa Criminal Justice Planning Agency Phone: 684-633-5221, Ext. 5222 ## Victim Compensation Not Available ## Additional Resources Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### ARIZONA # Help in Your State: Arizona View contact information for the Arizona Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Arizona Department of Public Safety](https://www.azdps.gov/services/enforcement/crime-victims) Phone: 602–223–2000 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Arizona Criminal Justice Commission's Crime Victim Services](http://www.azcjc.gov/Programs/Victim-Services/Compensation-Program) Phone: 877–668–2252 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### ARKANSAS # Help in Your State: Arkansas View contact information for the Arkansas Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration](https://www.dfa.arkansas.gov/intergovernmental-services/grant-programs/victims-of-crime-act-voca) Phone: 501-682-5266 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Arkansas Department of Public Safety](https://www.dps.arkansas.gov/crime-info-support/crime-victims-reparations-board) Crime Victims Reparations Board Phone: 501-682-1020 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### CALIFORNIA # Help in Your State: California View contact information for the California Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [California Governor's Office of Emergency Services](https://www.caloes.ca.gov/Cal-OES-Divisions/Grants-Management) Phone: 916-845-8506 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [California Victim Compensation Board](http://victims.ca.gov/) Phone: 800-777-9229 ## Additional Resources Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### COLORADO # Help in Your State: Colorado View contact information for the Colorado Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Office for Victims Programs](https://dcj.colorado.gov/dcj-offices/office-for-victims-programs) Phone: 303-239-5719 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Office for Victims Programs](https://dcj.colorado.gov/dcj-offices/victims-programs/crime-victim-compensation) Phone: 303-672-2166 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### CONNECTICUT # Help in Your State: Connecticut View contact information for the Connecticut Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [State of CT Judicial Branch Office of Victim Services](https://www.jud.ct.gov/crimevictim) Phone: 860-263-2760 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [State of CT Judicial Branch Office of Victim Services](https://www.jud.ct.gov/crimevictim/compensation.htm) Victim Compensation Program Phone: 888-286-7347 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### DELAWARE # Help in Your State: Delaware View contact information for the Delaware Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [State of Delaware Criminal Justice Council](https://cjc.delaware.gov/victims/) Phone: 302-577-8726 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Delaware Department of Justice](https://attorneygeneral.delaware.gov/VCAP) Victims' Compensation Assistance Program Phone: 302-255-1770 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA # Help in Your State: District of Columbia View contact information for the District of Columbia Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Office of Victim Services and Justice Grants](http://ovsjg.dc.gov/) Phone: 202-727-0605 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [DC Courts Crime Victims Compensation Program](https://www.dccourts.gov/services/crime-victims-compensation-matters) Phone: 202-879-4216 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### FLORIDA # Help in Your State: Florida View contact information for the Florida Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Florida Office of the Attorney General](http://myfloridalegal.com/victims) Crime Victims' Services Phone: 800-226-6667 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Florida Office of the Attorney General](http://myfloridalegal.com/victims) Crime Victims' Services Phone: 800-226-6667 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### GEORGIA # Help in Your State: Georgia View contact information for the Georgia Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Georgia Criminal Justice Coordinating Council](http://cjcc.georgia.gov/) Phone: 404-657-1956 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Georgia Criminal Justice Coordinating Council](http://cjcc.georgia.gov/victims-compensation) Phone: 404-657-2222 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### GUAM # Help in Your State: Guam View contact information for the Guam Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Office of the Guam Attorney General](http://oagguam.org/victim-services) Victim Services Division Phone: 671-475-3324, Ext. 5431 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Office of the Guam Attorney General](http://oagguam.org/victim-services/) Victim Services Division Phone: 671-475-3324 ## Additional Resources Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### HAWAII # Help in Your State: Hawaii View contact information for the Hawaii Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Hawaii Department of the Attorney General](http://ag.hawaii.gov/cpja) Phone: 808-586-1054 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Hawaii Department of Public Safety](http://dps.hawaii.gov/cvcc) Phone: 808-587-1143 ## Additional Resources Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### IDAHO # Help in Your State: Idaho View contact information for the Idaho Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Idaho Council on Domestic Violence and Victim Assistance](https://icdv.idaho.gov/) Phone: 208-332-1540 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Idaho Crime Victims Compensation Program](https://crimevictimcomp.idaho.gov/) Phone: 208-334-6080 ## Additional Resources Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### ILLINOIS # Help in Your State: Illinois View contact information for the Illinois Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority](https://icjia.illinois.gov/) Phone: 312-793-0890 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Office of the Illinois Attorney General](https://www.illinoisattorneygeneral.gov/victims/cvc.html) Crime Victims Services Bureau Phone: 800-228-3368 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### INDIANA # Help in Your State: Indiana View contact information for the Indiana Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Indiana Criminal Justice Institute](https://www.in.gov/cji/victim-services/) Victim Services Division Phone: 317-232-1233 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Indiana Criminal Justice Institute](https://www.in.gov/cji/victim-compensation/) Victim Services Division Phone: 800-353-1484 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### IOWA # Help in Your State: Iowa View contact information for the Iowa Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Office of the Attorney General of Iowa](https://www.iowaattorneygeneral.gov/for-crime-victims) Crime Victim Assistance Division Phone: 515-281-5044 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Office of the Attorney General of Iowa](https://www.iowaattorneygeneral.gov/for-crime-victims/crime-victim-compensation-program/) Crime Victim Assistance Division Phone: 515-281-5044 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### KANSAS # Help in Your State: Kansas View contact information for the Kansas Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Crime Victim Information and Referrals](https://ag.ks.gov/victim-services) (not affiliated with the Kansas VOCA Assistance Program) Phone: 800-828-9745 Note: the Kansas VOCA Assistance Program does not provide services to victims of crime, but their contact information is available on our [state support](https://ovc.ojp.gov/states/kansas) page. ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Office of the Attorney General](https://ag.ks.gov/victim-services/victim-compensation) Division of Crime Victims Compensation Phone: 785-296-2359 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### KENTUCKY # Help in Your State: Kentucky View contact information for the Kentucky Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Kentucky Justice & Public Safety Cabinet](https://justice.ky.gov/) Phone: 502-564-3251 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Public Protection Cabinet](https://kycc.ky.gov/newstatic_info.aspx?static_id=158&menuid=20) Office of Claims and Appeals Phone: 502-782-8255 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### LOUISIANA # Help in Your State: Louisiana View contact information for the Louisiana Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement and Administration of Criminal Justice](https://lcle.la.gov/programs/victims-of-crime-act/) Phone: 225-342-1573 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement and Administration of Criminal Justice](https://lcle.la.gov/programs/crime-victims-reparations/) Phone: 888-684-2846 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### MAINE # Help in Your State: Maine View contact information for the Maine Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Maine Department of Health and Human Services](http://www.maine.gov/dhhs) Phone: 207-592-1872 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Office of the Maine Attorney General](https://www.maine.gov/ag/crime/victims_compensation/index.shtml) Phone: 207-624-7882 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### MARYLAND # Help in Your State: Maryland View contact information for the Maryland Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Maryland Governor's Office of Crime Prevention, Youth, and Victim Services](https://goccp.maryland.gov/grants/programs/voca/) Phone: 410-697-9312 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Criminal Injuries Compensation Board](https://goccp.maryland.gov/victim-services/cicb/) Phone: 888-679-9347 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### MASSACHUSETTS # Help in Your State: Massachusetts View contact information for the Massachusetts Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Massachusetts Office for Victim Assistance](https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-office-for-victim-assistance) Phone: 617-586-1340 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Massachusetts Victims of Violence Crime Compensation](https://www.mass.gov/massachusetts-victims-of-violent-crime-compensation) Phone: 617-727-2200 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### MICHIGAN # Help in Your State: Michigan View contact information for the Michigan Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Michigan Department of Health & Human Services](https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/safety-injury-prev/publicsafety/crimevictims) Division of Victim Services Phone: 877-251-7373 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Michigan Department of Health & Human Services](https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/safety-injury-prev/publicsafety/crimevictims/assistance/compensation) Division of Victim Services Phone: 877-251-7373 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### MINNESOTA # Help in Your State: Minnesota View contact information for the Minnesota Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Minnesota Department of Public Safety](https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/ojp/help-for-crime-victims/Pages/default.aspx) Office of Justice Programs Crime Victim Justice Unit Phone: 800-247-0390 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Minnesota Department of Public Safety](https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/ojp/help-for-crime-victims/Pages/crime-victims-reparations.aspx) Office of Justice Programs Minnesota Crime Victims Reparations Board Phone: 651-201-7300 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### MISSISSIPPI # Help in Your State: Mississippi View contact information for the Mississippi Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Mississippi State Department of Health](https://msdh.ms.gov/msdhsite/_static/44,0,388.html) Office Against Interpersonal Violence Phone: 601-206-1545 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Mississippi Office of the Attorney General](https://www.ago.state.ms.us/divisions/bureau-of-victim-assistance) Crime Victim Compensation Program Phone: 800-829-6766 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### MISSOURI # Help in Your State: Missouri View contact information for the Missouri Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Missouri Department of Social Services](https://dss.mo.gov/dfas/victims-of-crime-act) Phone: 573-522-3730 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Missouri Department of Public Safety](https://dps.mo.gov/dir/programs/cvc) Victim Services Program Phone: 573-526-6006 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### MONTANA # Help in Your State: Montana View contact information for the Montana Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Montana Board of Crime Control](https://mbcc.mt.gov/Home/Victim-Services) Phone: 406-444-3604 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Montana Department of Justice](https://dojmt.gov/victims/crime-victim-compensation) Phone: 406-444-3653 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### NEBRASKA # Help in Your State: Nebraska View contact information for the Nebraska Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Nebraska Commission on Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice](https://ncc.nebraska.gov/) Phone: 402-471-3687 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Nebraska Commission on Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice](https://ncc.nebraska.gov/crime-victim-reparations) Administration and Accounting Division Phone: 402-471-2828 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### NEVADA # Help in Your State: Nevada View contact information for the Nevada Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Nevada Department of Health and Human Services](http://dcfs.nv.gov/VSC/VSC/) Division of Child and Family Services Phone: 702-486-2740 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Nevada Department of Health and Human Services](http://voc.nv.gov/) Division of Child and Family Services Phone: 702-486-2740 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### NEW HAMPSHIRE # Help in Your State: New Hampshire View contact information for the New Hampshire Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [New Hampshire Department of Justice: Office of Attorney General](https://www.doj.nh.gov/criminal/victim-assistance/index.htm) Phone: 603-271-3671 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [New Hampshire Department of Justice: Office of Attorney General](https://www.doj.nh.gov/grants-management/victims-compensation-program/index.htm) Phone: 800-300-4500 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### NEW JERSEY # Help in Your State: New Jersey View contact information for the New Jersey Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Office of the Attorney General Department of Law & Public Safety](https://www.njoag.gov/resources/victim-witness-services/sovwa) Office of Victim Witness Advocacy Phone: 866-326-7206 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Office of the Attorney General Department of Law & Public Safety](https://www.njoag.gov/vcco/) Victims of Crime Compensation Office Phone: 877-658-2221 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### NEW MEXICO # Help in Your State: New Mexico View contact information for the New Mexico Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [New Mexico Crime Victims Reparation Commission](https://www.cvrc.state.nm.us/) Phone: 505-841-9432 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [New Mexico Crime Victims Reparation Commission](https://www.cvrc.state.nm.us/) Phone: 505-841-9432 ## Additional Resources Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### NEW YORK # Help in Your State: New York View contact information for the New York Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [New York State Office of Victim Services](https://ovs.ny.gov/) Phone: 800-247-8035 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [New York State Office of Victim Services](https://ovs.ny.gov/victim-compensation) Phone: 800-247-8035 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### NORTH CAROLINA # Help in Your State: North Carolina View contact information for the North Carolina Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [North Carolina Department of Public Safety](https://www.ncdps.gov/dps-services/victim-services) Victim Services Phone: 919-899-9141 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [North Carolina Department of Public Safety](https://www.ncdps.gov/DPS-Services/Victim-Services/Crime-Victim-Compensation) Victim Compensation Services Division Phone: 800-826-6200 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### NORTH DAKOTA # Help in Your State: North Dakota View contact information for the North Dakota Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [North Dakota Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation](https://docr.nd.gov/victims-services) Adult Services Division, Division of Field Services Phone: 701-328-6195 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [North Dakota Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation](https://docr.nd.gov/victims-services) Adult Services Division, Division of Field Services Phone: 701-328-6195 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### NORTHERN MARIANA ISLANDS # Help in Your State: Northern Mariana Islands View contact information for the Northern Mariana Islands Victim Assistance program below. ## Victim Assistance Criminal Justice Planning Agency Phone: 670-664-4556 ## Victim Compensation Not Available ## Additional Resources Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### OHIO # Help in Your State: Ohio View contact information for the Ohio Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Ohio Attorney General's Crime Victim Services Section](https://www.ohioattorneygeneral.gov/Individuals-and-Families/Victims.aspx) Phone: 614-466-5610 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Ohio Attorney General's Crime Victim Compensation Program](http://www.ohioattorneygeneral.gov/Individuals-and-Families/Victims/Apply-for-Victims-Compensation) Phone: 614-466-5610 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### OKLAHOMA # Help in Your State: Oklahoma View contact information for the Oklahoma Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Oklahoma District Attorney’s Council](https://www.doj.state.or.us/crime-victims/) Federal Grants Division Phone: 405-264-5008 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Oklahoma District Attorneys Council](https://www.okvictimscomp.com/) Crime Victims Compensation Board Phone: 800-745-6098 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### OREGON # Help in Your State: Oregon View contact information for the Oregon Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## Victim Assistance Program [Oregon Department of Justice](https://www.doj.state.or.us/crime-victims/) Crime Victim and Survivor Services Phone: 503-378-5348 Ext. 1 ## Victim Compensation Program [Oregon Department of Justice](https://www.doj.state.or.us/crime-victims/victims-resources/victims-services/compensation-for-victims-of-crime/) Crime Victim and Survivor Services Phone: 503-378-5348 ## Additional Resources Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### PENNSYLVANIA # Help in Your State: Pennsylvania View contact information for the Pennsylvania Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency](https://www.pccd.pa.gov/Victim-Services/Pages/default.aspx) Office of Victims' Services Phone: 800-233-2339 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency](https://www.pccd.pa.gov/Victim-Services/Pages/Victims-Compensation-Assistance-Program-(VCAP).aspx) Office of Victims' Services Victims Compensation Division Phone: 800-233-2339 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### PUERTO RICO # Help in Your State: Puerto Rico View contact information for the Puerto Rico Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Puerto Rico Department of Justice](http://www.justicia.pr.gov/secretarias-y-oficinas/servicios-a-las-victimas-y-testigos-de-delitos/) External Resources Division Phone: 787-721-2900 Ext. 1808 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Puerto Rico Department of Justice](http://www.justicia.pr.gov/secretarias-y-oficinas/servicios-a-las-victimas-y-testigos-de-delitos/) Victim Compensation Office Phone: 787-721-2900 Ext. 1808 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### RHODE ISLAND # Help in Your State: Rhode Island View contact information for the Rhode Island Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Rhode Island Public Safety Grant Administration Office](http://psga.ri.gov/grants/voca.php) Phone: 401-764-5797 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Office of the General Treasurer Crime Victim Compensation Program](http://treasury.ri.gov/programs/crime-victim-compensation-program) Phone: 401-462-7655 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### SOUTH CAROLINA # Help in Your State: South Carolina View contact information for the South Carolina Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [South Carolina Attorney General’s Office](https://www.scag.gov/inside-the-office/crime-victim-services-division/crime-victim-assistance-grants/) Crime Victim Services Division Department of Crime Victim Assistance Grants Phone: 803-896-8712 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [South Carolina Attorney General’s Office](https://www.scag.gov/inside-the-office/crime-victim-services-division/crime-victim-compensation/) Crime Victim Services Division Department of Crime Victim Compensation Phone: 803-734-1900 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### SOUTH DAKOTA # Help in Your State: South Dakota View contact information for the South Dakota Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [South Dakota Department of Public Safety](https://dps.sd.gov/victims-services/victims-assistance-program) Victims' Assistance Program Phone: 605-773-6317 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [South Dakota Department of Public Safety](https://dps.sd.gov/victims-services/crime-victims-compensation) Crime Victims' Compensation Program Phone: 605-773-6317 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### TEXAS # Help in Your State: Texas View contact information for the Texas Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** Office of the Texas Governor Public Safety Office Criminal Justice Division [Texas Crime Victims Clearinghouse](https://www.tdcj.texas.gov/divisions/vs/txcvc.html) Phone: 800-848-4284 **Note: **The Texas Crime Victims Clearinghouse is not affiliated with the Texas Victim Assistance Program. It is a legislatively created resource that provides referrals for crime victims in Texas. ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Texas Office of the Attorney General](https://www.texasattorneygeneral.gov/cvs/crime-victims-compensation) Crime Victims' Compensation Program Phone: 800-983-9933 ## Additional Resources Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### TENNESSEE # Help in Your State: Tennessee View contact information for the Tennessee Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Tennessee Department of Finance & Administration](https://www.tn.gov/finance/office-of-criminal-justice-programs/ocjp/ocjp-grants-manual/redirect-fund-source-chapters/fund-source-chapters/voca.html) Office of Criminal Justice Programs Phone: 615-770-3986 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Tennessee Department of Treasury](https://treasury.tn.gov/Services/Claims-and-Risk-Management/Criminal-Injuries-Compensation) Division of Claims and Risk Management Phone: 615-741-2734 ## Additional Resources Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### UTAH # Help in Your State: Utah View contact information for the Utah Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Utah Office for Victims of Crime](https://crimevictim.utah.gov/) Phone: 801-238-2360 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Utah Office for Victims of Crime](https://crimevictim.utah.gov/) Phone: 801-238-2360 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### VERMONT # Help in Your State: Vermont View contact information for the Vermont Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Vermont Center for Crime Victim Services](http://www.ccvs.vermont.gov/) Phone: 800-750-1213 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Vermont Center for Crime Victim Services](http://www.ccvs.vermont.gov/support-for-victims/victims-compensation-program) Phone: 800-750-1213 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### VIRGIN ISLANDS # Help in Your State: U.S. Virgin Islands View contact information for the U.S. Virgin Islands Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** Law Enforcement Planning Commission Phone: 340-774-6400 Ext. 210 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Human Services](http://www.dhs.gov.vi/commissioner/criminal_victims.html) Criminal Victims Compensation Commission Phone: 340-718-4068 Ext. 4104 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### VIRGINIA # Help in Your State: Virginia View contact information for the Virginia Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services](https://www.dcjs.virginia.gov/victims-services) Phone: 804-786-7802 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Virginia Workers Compensation Commission](https://cicf.state.va.us/) Virginia Victims Fund Phone: 800-552-4007 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### WASHINGTON # Help in Your State: Washington View contact information for the Washington (State) Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## Victim Assistance Program [Washington State Department of Commerce](https://www.commerce.wa.gov/serving-communities/crime-victims-advocacy/) Office of Crime Victim Advocacy Phone: 800-822-1067 ## Victim Compensation Program [Washington State Department of Labor & Industries](https://lni.wa.gov/claims/crime-victim-claims/apply-for-crime-victim-benefits) Phone: 800-762-3716 ## Additional Resources Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### WEST VIRGINIA # Help in Your State: West Virginia View contact information for the West Virginia Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [West Virginia Department of Military Affairs & Public Safety](https://djcs.wv.gov/grant-programs/all-general-programs/voca/Pages/default.aspx) Division of Justice & Community Services Phone: 304-558-8814 Ext. 53312 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [West Virginia Legislative Claims Commission](http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Joint/victims.cfm) Crime Victims Compensation Fund Phone: 304-347-4850 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### WISCONSIN # Help in Your State: Wisconsin View contact information for the Wisconsin Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Wisconsin Department of Justice](https://www.doj.state.wi.us/ocvs) Office of Crime Victim Services Phone: 800-446-6564 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Wisconsin Department of Justice](https://www.doj.state.wi.us/ocvs/compensation/crime-victim-compensation-program-compensation-your-financial-losses) Office of Crime Victim Services Phone: 800-446-6564 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood). ### WYOMING # Help in Your State: Wyoming View contact information for the Wyoming Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation programs below. ## **Victim Assistance Program** [Wyoming Attorney General](https://dvs.wyo.gov/) Division of Victim Services Phone: 307-777-7200 ## **Victim Compensation Program** [Wyoming Attorney General](https://dvs.wyo.gov/compensation) Division of Victim Services Phone: 307-777-7200 ## **Additional Resources** Additional resources and information for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and elder abuse is available on these U.S. Department of Justice websites— - the Office on Violence Against Women's Local Resources Map for state [sexual assault, domestic violence, and Tribal coalitions](https://www.justice.gov/ovw/local-resources), - the [National Elder Fraud Hotline](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/stop-elder-fraud/providing-help-restoring-hope), and - the Elder Justice Initiative's [elder abuse resources in your state](https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/support/resources-neighborhood).