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District of Columbia Victim Assistance Academy

District of Columbia Victim Assistance Academy: Shelter and Housing for Victims of Crime: From Emergency Shelter to Long-Term Housing

March 13 and March 15, 2017 from 9:00AM-5:00PM.

This academy will provide an in-depth look at all avenues for victims of crime seeking safe housing. Specific topics covered include legal rights of victims in public housing and shelter programs; different types of shelter – from low barrier emergency shelter to long-term supportive housing - and how victims can access them; advocating for survivors with specific housing needs; and the DC Crime Victims Compensation Program’s housing benefits and eligibility standards.

For additional information including registration please visit https://ovsjg.dc.gov/service/district-columbia-victim-assistance-academy

DC Victim Hotline

The DC Victim Hotline is available for all crime victims in the District of Columbia. The hotline number is 844-4-HELP-DC (844-443-5732) and is operational 24/7. The hotline victim assistance staff provides basic crisis-intervention support and helps callers access the complete continuum of care for crime victims, including relevant and appropriate resources based on the needs of the caller.