Caledon \ Dufferin Victim Services
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Record #:
CWL0711
Last Modified:
04 Nov 2024
Last Full Update:
20 Oct 2023
Record Details
| Social Media |  Facebook: www.facebook.com/cdvictimservices Twitter: https://twitter.com/cdvs_vcao Website: www.cdvs.ca |
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Description & Services
| Alternate Name | VCAO, Victim Quick Response Program, CDVS |
| Description | The Victim Crisis Assistance Ontario Program (VCAO) provides support for individuals affected by crime and tragic circumstance that is victim centered and culturally competent The menu of services offered by the program includes: •24/7 on scene crisis intervention •addressing immediate safety concerns •community information sessions •practical assistance •needs assessment •development of personalized service plans •safety planning •the provision of information •referrals to counselling and relevant community and government support services and follow up contact •staff and volunteers provide free, confidential and non-judgmental support Immediate financial support is also available to eligible victims of specific crimes through the Victim Quick Response Program Information about police and court procedure as well as court monitoring and accompaniment is available through our agency The services may be provided in person or by telephone |
| Hours | Daily 24 hours |
| Areas Served | Dufferin County |
| Eligibility | Ages: 16 year(s) and up |
| Fees | None |
| Languages | English - Responders are proficient in several languages |
Contact Information
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | C Line and Richardson Road |
| Accessibility | Fully Accessible |
| Office Phone | Dufferin Office 519-942-1452; Caledon Office 905-951-3838 |
| Fax | 905-951-2772 |
| Crisis Phone | 905-951-3838 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-888-742-6496 |
| info@cdvs.ca | |
| Website | www.cdvs.ca |
| Primary Contact | Gail Smith, VCAO and Program Coordinator; Email: gs@cdvs.ca |
| Primary Executive | Dorothy Davis, Executive Director; Email: dd@cdvs.ca |
Other Details
| Established | 1991 |
| Elections | AGM (June) |
| Funding | City / Town - Dufferin County ; Regional / Municipal - Dufferin County; Peel Region ; Federal - Ministry of Attorney General ; United Way - of Peel Region |
| Service Level | (50) Non Profit |
Subjects
| Subjects | Assaulted Men ; Crime victims ; Crisis intervention ; Disaster services ; Elder abuse ; Sexual assault |