The Victim Services Division guides victims of all types of crimes and their families through the criminal justice system and ensures victims’ rights are protected. Service include: crisis intervention, court escort, case status information, CalVCB and restitution information, referrals, information on temporary restraining orders, and more. Program services are provided free of charge and there is no legal citizenship requirement to receive assistance.
Local Programs
This page has contact information for programs that offer help/referrals to victims of abuse throughout the state. If you plan to contact a program via email, please review our Safety when using email page first.
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Napa
Napa County Victim Services Division
Napa NEWS
Napa NEWS offers services to domestic violence and sexual abuse victims. Services include: a 24-hour hotline, confidential emergency shelter, bilingual support groups, children’s services, court advocacy, court accompaniment, domestic violence and sexual assault response teams, housing program, and education programs. The shelter is available to victims of all genders and gender identities. Services available in English and Spanish.
Nevada
Community Beyond Violence
Community Beyond Violence, formerly the Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Coalition, provides direct services to survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Service include: a 24-hour hotline, 90-day emergency shelter, accompaniment to forensic medical exam, court accompaniment, help with restraining order paperwork, peer counseling, support groups, emergency food and clothing, transportation, and referrals to therapists and other social services. The shelter is pet-friendly; please let the advocate know at your intake if you have a pet. No appointment is necessary to walk in and talk with an advocate. Serving western Nevada County.
Nevada County Victim/Witness Assistance Center
The Center provides crime victims with emotional support after a crime, guidance through the criminal justice process, and information about their rights. Service include: crisis intervention, counseling, referrals to licensed therapists and other victim services, case status updates, orientation to criminal justice system, court support, and assistance with victim impact statements and restitution.
Sierra Community House - Truckee House
In 2019, four non-profit social service organizations serving California and Nevada — Family Resource Center of Truckee, North Tahoe Family Resource Center, Tahoe SAFE Alliance, and Project MANA — united to form Sierra Community House. With four offices located in Kings Beach, Truckee, and Incline Village, Sierra Community House offers a range of services that help individuals and families in the North Tahoe/Truckee communities. Services include: crisis intervention and family support for victims of domestic/intimate partner violence, sexual assault, and child abuse; community engagement and prevention; hunger relief; and mediation and legal assistance.
Sierra Community House - Truckee Soaring Office
In 2019, four non-profit social service organizations serving California and Nevada — Family Resource Center of Truckee, North Tahoe Family Resource Center, Tahoe SAFE Alliance, and Project MANA — united to form Sierra Community House. With four offices located in Kings Beach, Truckee, and Incline Village, Sierra Community House offers a range of services that help individuals and families in the North Tahoe/Truckee communities. Services include: crisis intervention and family support for victims of domestic/intimate partner violence, sexual assault, and child abuse; community engagement and prevention; hunger relief; and mediation and legal assistance.