SPECIFIC GUIDANCE BASED ON THIS TYPE OF VIOLENCE: Child or Elder Abuse — Crime Survivors Guide
SUPPORT GROUPS: https://www.crimesurvivorsnola.org/support-groups Visit our page of current (mostly FREE) support groups, some are in person, and some are virtual
HOW TO APPLY FOR FINANCIAL HELP (CRIME VICTIMS REPARATIONS): https://www.crimesurvivorsnola.org/cvr-guide
LEARN ABOUT THE CRIMINAL LEGAL PROCESS (POLICE, DISTRICT ATTORNEY, COURT): https://www.crimesurvivorsnola.org/criminal-legal-process
TRACK A CRIMINAL COURT CASE (ORLEANS) ONLINE: https://www.crimesurvivorsnola.org/docket-master Visit our guide to learn how to track the status of a criminal court case in Orleans Parish
FOR CIVIL LEGAL HELP (RESTRAINING ORDERS, EVICTION ISSUES, DISABILITY, ETC.): LEGAL HELP & RESTORATIVE — Resources Blog — Crime Survivors Guide
FOR MENTAL HEALTH HELP: MENTAL HEALTH-LOCAL — Resources Blog — Crime Survivors Guide
FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE POLICIES OF LOCAL HOSPITALS (MEDICAL BILLS): www.crimesurvivorsnola.org/hospital-financial-assistance
Office: (504) 592-4005 • Crisis Line 24/7: (504) 866-9554 • 701 Loyola Ave, New Orleans 70113 • Email: healing@nofjc.org • https://www.nofjc.org/ • Comprehensive free services for survivors of domestic/intimate partner violence, sexual assault, human trafficking and stalking, including: case management, legal referrals, assistance with making police reports, housing and educational services, and trauma recovery counseling for adult survivors and their children; See other NOFJC programs: Hope Community Health Center and Mary Claire’s Place and refer to our Support Groups page for current groups
(504) 896-9237 • 1140 Calhoun St, New Orleans 70118 • https://www.manningchildrens.org/services/care-medical-clinic/ • Medical exams for children who are suspected victims of abuse, neglect, and trafficking; Ages 17 and under
(504) 525-2366 • Email: cbno@childrensbureaunola.org • https://childrensbureaunola.org/ • Crisis Intervention: https://childrensbureaunola.org/services/crisis-intervention • Works specifically with partner organizations to offer trauma-informed, evidence-based counseling, using “embedded partnerships” (e.g. specific schools, job training programs, after-school, etc); Has a crisis team that offers support and stabilization services in the immediate aftermath of losing a loved one or other traumatic event; See website for more info
Call (504) 827-0731 • 210 State St, New Orleans 70118 • https://www.manningchildrens.org/locations/behavioral-health-center/ • Outpatient and inpatient treatment for children and adolescents; Psychiatry; Medical Psychology; Autism Care; Pediatric Psychology; Neuropsychology; Insurance/payments vary per clinic; Waitlist: (504) 584-8433, press 5, or do website intake
(504) 896-7272 • 210 State St, Bldg 10, New Orleans 70118 • Email: julie.kaplow@lcmchealth.org • https://www.manningchildrens.org/services/behavioral-health/trauma-and-grief-center/ • The TAG Center provides evidence-based assessment and treatment for children and adolescents, ages 0 to 21, who have experienced any form of trauma and/or the death of a loved one
3924 St. Charles Ave, New Orleans 70115 • Email: mary.brown@silencebrokennow.org • https://silencebrokennow.org/ • Facilitating ministry with adult survivors of child sexual abuse; Spiritual support for survivors, non-offending parents, pastors; Check website for specific offerings; Donation-based/free
(504) 861-5590 • Director Tim McEvoy: tmcevoy@loyno.edu • https://law.loyno.edu/centers/stuart-h-smith-law-clinic • See website for eligibility/application; represents children who have been victims of, or witnessed abuse in civil family law matters; survivors of DV/IPV, sexual assault, and stalking; Pro bono/free (if income-eligible)
Orleans Parish: (504) 894-5484 • Morgan Rae Center for Hope, 1140 Calhoun St, New Orleans 70118 • Orleans Parish: https://www.manningchildrens.org/services/care-medical-clinic/ • Jefferson Parish: (504) 364-3857 • Find a local CAC: https://lacacs.org/find-a-cac/ • Jefferson Parish: https://www.jeffersoncac.com/ • Requires referral from law enforcement or DCFS, then the child comes in for a forensic interview; There are 15 CACs in Louisiana; Ages 17 and under, adults with disabilities; On-site trauma therapy
Orleans Parish DCFS Child Welfare Office: (504) 680-9100 • For Support: 1 (833) 522-4453 or Text: (225) 424-1533 • Report Child Abuse/Neglect: 1 (855) 452-5437 • 1450 Poydras St., 16th Floor, New Orleans, 70112 • https://dcfs.louisiana.gov/page/109 • Agency providing support for parents caring for children and also investigates reports of child abuse or neglect