Crime Victim and Witness Assistance
Offers support services to victims and witnesses of crime. Provides information on the criminal justice system, follows up with the Philadelphia Police and District Attorney, provides referrals to government and private agencies, and assists with applications to a federally-funded Crime Victim Compensation program.
Physical Address
16 Old Ashton Road, Suite 5, Philadelphia, PA 19149
Hours
Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm
Voice
Application process
Call or visit website for information.
Fee
Services free of charge
Eligibility
Residents of the 2nd, 7th, 8th, and 15th police districts and Bridesburg, Burholme, Bustleton, Castor, Fox Chase, Frankford, Holmesburg, Lawncrest, Mayfair, Far Northeast, Oxford Circle, Rhawnhurst, Somerton, Tacony, Torresdale, and Wissinoming neighborhoods
Service area
19111 19114 19115 19116 19124 19135 19136 19137 19149 19152 19154
Agency info
Northeast Victim Service
Works to empower the victims of crime through advocacy and support, and to assist the community in its efforts to reduce the effects of crime through outreach and education.