Victim Support Service (VSS) is a statewide, independent not-for-profit
organisation in South Australia that has been providing support to people
affected by crime and family/domestic abuse since 1979. Our specialist
teams provide practical and therapeutic support to help people to
cope and recover from the effects of crime. Our services are free
and available to any adult in SA, whether or not the crime has been
reported and regardless of when it happened.
With almost 40 years’ experience, we know the impact that crime
has on people’s lives and what it takes to help them get their lives
back on track. We’re proud to serve victims and witnesses in South
Australia by campaigning for their rights and helping to improve their
experiences of the criminal justice system.
THIS IS VSS
People respond to crime in
different ways. Hence, our
support programs need to
be sufficiently flexible to
provide the emotional and
practical help that people
need, enabling them to find
comfort and the strength to
take control after crime.
We offer people who have been affected by crime:
Safety
• Safety assessments and home security upgrades
• Legal advice and representation regarding Intervention Orders
• Advice and representation in tenancy matters arising from family and domestic abuse
Support
• Information and referrals through our Helpdesk on 1800 VICTIM (842846)
• Supportive and therapeutic counselling
• Face-to-face, telephone and outreach services
• Support for co-victims of homicide
• Support services funded by the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse
• Fact sheets and brochures
• Resource Centre
Justice
• Support to navigate the criminal justice system, including Court Companions
• Information and assistance with Victims of Crime Compensation
• An amplified voice through our research, advocacy, media
and training.
• Assistance with Victim Impact Statements
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