Victim's Services Unit
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Amanda Fields - Crime Victims Coordinator
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The Harris County Precinct 7 Crime Victims Assistance Program
The Harris County Precinct 7 Victims' Services Unit is here to work with victims living and their families to ensure that all victims receive their rights as guaranteed by the Texas Crime Victims' Compensation Act, (Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, Chapter 56).
We are committed to providing to anyone living in the Greater Houston area:
· High Quality Services
· Emergency Assistance
· Guidance
· Support
· Referrals
· Compassion
· Understanding
Under the Texas Crime Victims Assistance Act and Regulations, victims injured as a result of certain crimes, immediate family members of an injured or deceased victim and some witnesses may be eligible for financial assistance or benefits, such as:
• Medical and dental care
• Funeral and burial expenses
• Loss of earnings
• Prescription drug expenses
• Counseling
• Crime scene cleaning
• Loss earning capacity
• Income support
• Transportation or travel expenses
• Vocational services
• Disability aids
• Homemaker, childcare, or personal care
• Home or vehicle modification and related expenses
• Repair or replacement of some damaged or destroyed personal property items
• Protective measures (such as changed locks or home security systems)
• Loss of parental guidance for a minor child
Assistance
During this emotional and traumatic time of crisis, we know the last thing victims and or family members want to deal with are the financial burdens that have resulted from the crime. We also understand that mentally, one is not ready to handle the tasks of searching for counseling and legal services. Therefore, our staff will provide the following:
· Referrals to victim support organizations
· Assistance with the Texas Crime Victims’ Compensation Program
· Explanation of law enforcement and judicial procedures
· Prevention, awareness, and education of victimization
· Crisis Intervention
· Victim mediator
Help for Victims of Domestic Abuse
Domestic violence can happen to anyone of any race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or gender. It can happen to couples who are married, living together, or who are dating. Domestic violence affects people of all socioeconomic backgrounds and education levels. If you are being abused or have a loved one who is being abused, get help. Do not ignore it. It will not go away. Keep in mind, you are not alone. The Harris County Precinct 7 Victims Services Unit is dedicated to providing assistance to victims of domestic abuse.
Ending Violence Against Women
The Harris County Precinct 7 Victims Services Unit is dedicated to making sure that any female that has been victimized gets the help she needs. Please contact Precinct 7 Victims Services if you or someone you know has been a victim of any of the following:
Dating Violence
Domestic and Intimate Partner Violence
Emotional and Verbal Abuse
Human Trafficking
Sexual Assault and Abuse
Stalking
Precinct 7 Victims Services Featured on Fox 26 News
http://www.myfoxhouston.com/story/18230925/precinct-7-available-to-help-domestic-abuse-victims
Precinct 7 Victims Services on YouTube
http://youtu.be/PFRpN96n36Y
For more details regarding Precinct 7's Victims Services Unit, please call 713-643-6773.
We are here to help!
Informational Links
Texas Crime Victim’s Rights
http://www.tdcj.state.tx.us/victim/victim-billrights.htm
Victim’s Rights and Resources
http://www.oag.state.tx.us/victims/vict_rights.shtml
Domestic Violence and Abuse - Warning Signs and Symptoms of Abusive Relationships
http://www.helpguide.org/mental/domestic_violence_abuse_types_signs_causes_effects.htm
Identifying Warning Signs of Abusive Relationships – Prevention is Better than Cure
http://www.surviving-abuse.com/warning-signs-of-abusive-relationships.html
Effect of Domestic Violence on Children and Teenagers
http://www.findcounseling.com/journal/domestic-violence/domestic-violence-children.html