Victim service workers

Victim service workers are trained to help deal with the impact of being a victim of crime.

To get information, support and a referral to a victim service worker, call VictimLinkBC.

Victims and witnesses can call VictimLink whether or not they have reported the crime to police.

A victim service worker can provide support services such as:

• Helping victims talk to police
• Providing information about the criminal justice system, including help with peace bonds and protection orders
• Providing court support, including going to court with victims
• Helping complete a Crime Victim Assistance Program application to apply for benefits
• Helping to understand and prepare a Victim Impact Statement and an emergency safety plan
• Talking about the experience and helping people deal with emotions arising from being a victim of crime
• Notifying victims about the status of offenders in custody at provincial institutions

To speak with a victim service worker and learn more about how they can help, call VictimLinkBC.