VICTIM CRISIS
ASSISTANCE and
REFERRAL SERVICE
(VCARS)
V.C.A.R.S.
Is a confidential, free support services available to victims of crime, tragic circumstance and disaster providing:
An on-scene mobile response is available when referred by Police, Fire, or Emergency Services. Office appointments are available during office hours for anyone requiring assistance.

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Brant County OPP Detachment Brantford Police Services Brantford Fire Department  
The VCARS Program is provided by specially trained crisis intervenors who are on call to emergency services in Brant County -- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Volunteers come from within the community and understand the particular needs of the area. A comprehensive screening process and on going training ensures that victims are assisted with dignity, respect, compassion and empathy.

 

REFERRALS
Include such occurrences as:

  • Spousal abuse
  • Family occurrence
  • Sexual assault
  • Robbery
  • Fire
  • Break and Enter
  • Property crimes/ damages
  • Homicide
  • Suicide (attempts)
  • Sudden death
  • Stalking
  • Traffic accidents
Referrals can be made either by the police,
the agency as well as the individual, yourself.

 

Victim Impact Statment

The Criminal Code defines a victim as: a person to whom harm was done or who suffered physical or emotional loss as a result of the commission of an offence. As a victim you have the right to prepare a Victim Impact Statement. For assistance in completing a Victim Impact Statement contact Victim Services of Brant.
 

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