Victim/Witness Assistance Program


The City of Chillicothe and Ross County
would like to make you aware of
 YOUR Rights as a Victim.



As A Victim You:

Can Be Assisted By A Victim Advocate
Can Be Helped By Mental Health Professionals
Can Be Made Aware Of The "Court Process"
Ranging From Arrest, Court Procedures, To Convictions And After Care


Being Victim Of A Crime
You May Experience The Following Feelings:


ANGER
DENIAL
EMBARRASSMENT
FEAR
GUILT
POWERLESSNESS


Victim Stress

After being victimized by crime, persons may notice an increase in sress reactions such as:

Confused Thinking
Dizzy Spells
Feeling Overwhelmed
Angry, Depressed
Agitated, Panic
Withdrawal From Others
Changes in Sleeping and Eating Habits

These are normal reations to a tramatic event. In some cases, they interfere with normal patterns of life. The Crisis Center of Scioto Paint valley Mental Health Center, is staffed 24 hours a day to offer help to persons experiencing these and other stress reactions

Call - (740) 773-4357

For appointments for counseling and other Mental Health Services,

Call - (740) 775-1260

The Victim Advocates of the Chillicothe Municipal Court would like to advise you on our services for you as a victim.

First and Foremost, we want you to know ...
WE CARE !!

We Will:
  1. Help you understand the court process;
  2. Provide Crisis Intervention;
  3. Refer to other agencies - so all needs are met;
  4. Provide court escort, support, and in general "Listen to Your Needs and Concerns";
  5. Help you complete Victims of Crime Compensation Claims if you qualify.

We are here to help. If we can be of service, contact us directly at (740) 773-3515, Ext 130 or 131

Brenda Hammond - Linda Large
Victim Advocates


Remember, you have the right to:
Support

Advocacy

Confidential Counseling

and Assistance


You also have the right to:

Freedom From Intimidation,
Humiliation, and Retaliation.



YOU ARE NOT ALONE
The Ross County Coalition Against Domestic Violence
and
Phoenix House
offer multiple services for a Victim of Domestic Violence 24 Hours a Day

Coalition Office... (740) 775-5396

Crisis Center....... (740) 773-4357



The Cycle of Violence:

Phase I - Tension Building

Phase II - The Battering Occurs

Phase III - The Honeymoon Stage


YOU DON'T HAVE TO TAKE IT !


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