Victim Services will:

Provide 24–7 immediate telephone or on-scene crisis intervention to victims of recent and historical sexual assault.
Provide emotional support, practical assistance, information and referral services to victims, to ensure that their immediate needs are met and that they are aware of, and/or connected to, additional services for longer-term support.
Support access to the Victim Quick Response Program to request emergency funds for clean up and funeral expenses, or to request funds for related counselling, securing of premises, personal safety and transportation expenses.
Use a trauma and violence informed approach with all victims of sexual and domestic violence that includes: a focus on victim safety, establishing trust, using a sensitive, compassionate and non judgmental approach that demonstrates caring and understanding, and consideration of the impact of trauma on memory and the behavior of victims. See Resources for additional information on Trauma Informed Response

Provide case management services as per mandate.
Refer to the Grey Bruce Situation Table for rapid mobilization of resources and service connections to meet the immediate needs of individuals and families experiencing acutely elevated levels of risk.
Report as per ‘duty to report’ according to the Child, Youth and Family Services Act and work with the local Child and Family Services (BGCFS), to ensure that assessment and possible treatment for a child victim is attained as soon as possible.
Provide risk assessment, referral to the Grey or Bruce High Risk Team, where appropriate, and safety planning as needed.
Ask the victim to sign a release of information to coordinate seamless service delivery with other service providers.
Ask the victim to sign a release of information in order to forward the victim’s name to Victim Witness Assistance Program (V/WAP) in cases where charges are laid.
Work with Policing Services at Saugeen (OPP) and Nawash First Nations, Native Child Welfare Program, Anishnabek Child and Youth Services, Health Care Services and Kabaeshiwim Respite – Women’s Shelter to coordinate services that will keep victims safe and provide collaborative and consistent services to support children and meet their identified cultural and other needs.