Victim advocates are professionals trained to assist victims of crime by offering emotional support, guidance, and assistance finding available resources. Advocates utilize a strengths-based approach in order to empower each individual in finding their voice.
The staff in this department have extensive training, education, and experience in the dynamics of domestic violence and other crimes. We also participate in various community projects and committees to collaborate with law enforcement, the judicial system, prosecution, and other victim service agencies.
24/7 Emergency Victim Services Hotline
(775) 720-0007
All services provided are free of charge and available to those in need
We take pride in serving victims of crime with respect and dignity while responding to each individual’s needs. We commit to educating and empowering the clients that we serve while supporting each individual on their path towards reaching self-actualization.
We can assist survivors of the following crimes
- Domestic violence and related crimes
- Sexual assault/Sexual violence
- Stalking
- Human/Sex Trafficking
- Dating Violence
- Homicide
- Hate crimes
- Gang violence
- Child abuse/neglect
- Elder abuse and exploitation
- DUI causing injury or death
We may be able to provide assistance to those who have been victimized by other crimes as well
Services that we can provide
- Personal advocacy and support
- Emergency shelter for victims actively fleeing domestic violence
- Crisis intervention
- Safety Planning
- Assistance meeting immediate basic needs
- Transportation (on a case by case basis)
- Assisting law enforcement with the return of property
- Counseling referrals
- Education on the cycle of abuse
- Information and referrals
- Assistance in filing for the Victim’s of Crime Compensation Application
For more information on available assistance, please contact us at (775) 847-9311 or complete the interest form.
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Our Advocates
Shaunte
Program Director
(775) 600-8200
Shaunte@communitychestnevada.net
Kelly
Bilingual Victim’s Advocate
Dayton/Storey County
(775) 230-2979
Kelly@communitychestnevada.net
Breanna
Victim’s Advocate & Community Health Worker
Yerington & Silver Springs
(775) 315-5927
Breanna@communitychestnevada.net
Faith
Victim’s Advocate & Community Health Worker
Fernley & Lyon County
(775) 315-6858
Faith@communitychestnevada.net
More Domestic Violence Information & Victim Resources
Confidential Address Program Information
Information on Identifying Abuse
Information on Safety Planning
Information on Supporting Victims
Child support matters are referred to the State of Nevada Child Support Enforcement, located at 300 E. Second Street, Suite 1200, Reno, Nevada 89501. Phone: 775-448-5150 or 448-5155.
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