Being a victim of a crime can be an awful and traumatic experience. The trauma, the fears, sometimes even the guilt. The Crime Victims department at the CHJCC can assist you.
In New York State…
crime victims can be reimbursed for some of their losses. You can have your medical bills paid, have lost earnings reimbursed, and get up to $100 for damage to personal property.
If you:
- Sustained a physical injury or
- Are a Senior Citizen.
The staff of the Crown Heights Jewish Community Council can help you with:
- Submission of applications to the Crime Victims Board
- Reimbursement of lost income
- Counseling
- Document replacements
- Medical bills
- Emergency help
Senior Citizens:
- One time emergency financial help up to $30
- Replacement locks and/or window gates as result of a crime
- Assistance with paying utilities or rent as a result of loss of cash in a crime
Call for an appointment to speak with one of our Crime Victim specialists and find out what help you can receive.Batia Brandel 718 778 8808 ext. 22 or Galina Pindrick 718 778 8808 ext. 31.
Our offices are open Monday through Thursday from 9 till 5, Fridays till 12 noon or you can speak to one of our social workers by telephone.
