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At Victim Assistance Program we empower our community to restore lives impacted by crisis, violence, and tragedy. We help thousands of individuals and families in Summit County, Ohio each year through crisis intervention, advocacy, and education to both victims and to those in the professional community who assist them. We help all victims impacted by crisis, violence, and tragedy regardless of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, veteran status, military obligations, HIV status, marital/familial status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
24-Hour Hotline, Text & Chat
Our staff, interns, and volunteers share the responsibility of providing victims in Summit County, Ohio with support through the 24-hour hotline & website chat. Because our agency serves victims of all crime types, those answering the hotline are trained to offer compassionate and nonjudgmental crisis intervention, emotional support, safety plans, information on victims’ legal rights, community referrals as well as education on common reactions crime victims may encounter.
Victims Of Crisis, Violence, And Tragedy
Rely on us when you need support, advocacy, or intervention in the wake of crime or trauma.
Support For Family Members
We recognize family members and friends of victims have needs too. If you need support simply call our hotline or chat with one of our advocates.
First Responders
We provide on-scene assistance and work alongside first responders to alleviate the emotional concerns and questions of victims.
What People Are Saying About Us
My advocate was amazing and super helpful. She explained everything clearly & answered all my questions."
What People Are Saying About Us
I didn't know that there was a program that could help me address my issue of identity theft. My advocate listened to me for over an hour and offered very good strategies for me to follow. The program was much needed and perfect for me. I have steps to guide me to help myself. This is a great program and I can't offer any improvements."
What People Are Saying About Us
Victim Assistance Program was a great help to me and my wife because now we feel safer at home."
What People Are Saying About Us
My advocate really helped me understand the process and any assistance I'll need going forward."
What People Are Saying About Us
I am so thankful for the Victim Assistance Program. It's easy to feel overwhelmed and fearful in my circumstances and after meeting with the advocate, I feel like a weight has been lifted. She was so helpful."
where to find us
137 South Main Street, Suite 300
Akron, Ohio 44308
24-hour Hotline: 330-376-0040
Business Line: 330-376-7022
[email protected]
Directions and Parking Instructions
Detective Bureau
217 South High Street, 6th Floor
Akron, Ohio 44308
Phone: 330-375-2013
172 S Broadway St – Suite 202
Akron, OH 44308
Phone: 330-375-2008
576 West Park Avenue, 1st Floor
Barberton, Ohio 44203
Phone: 330-861-7260
4400 Courthouse Drive, 2nd Floor
Stow, OH 44224
Phone: 330-802-9220
205 South High Street, 3rd Floor
Akron, OH 44308
Phone: 330-849-5324
