Caledon \ Dufferin Victim Services
Caledon East Office
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Record #:
CWL0719
Last Modified:
18 Jan 2024
Last Full Update:
22 Nov 2023
Record Details
| Social Media |  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cdvictimservices Twitter: twitter.com/@CDVS_VCAO Website: www.cdvs.ca |
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Description & Services
| Alternate Name | VCAO ; Victim Quick Response Program |
| 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 | Caledon ; Dufferin County |
| Eligibility | Ages: 16 year(s) and up |
| Fees | None |
| Languages | English ; Respondents are proficient in several languages |
Contact Information
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Innis Lake Rd and Old Church Rd |
| Accessibility | Fully Accessible |
| Office Phone | Caledon East Office 905-951-3838; Dufferin Office 519-942-1452 |
| Crisis Phone | 905-951-3838 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-888-743-6496 |
| info@cdvs.ca | |
| Website | www.cdvs.ca |
| Primary Contact | Gail Smith, VCAO and Programs 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 - Caledon ; Regional / Municipal - Region of Peel, Dufferin County; United Way ; Federal - Ministry of Attorney General ; United Way |
| Service Level | (50) Non Profit |
Subjects
| Subjects | Assaulted Men ; Assaulted women ; Crime victims ; Crisis intervention ; Elder abuse ; Sexual assault ; Volunteer opportunities |