Office of the Victim Advocate (OVA)
OVA provides crime victims with victim-centered services throughout the post-sentencing process. Victims can register with OVA to get notification and provide input when offenders are being considered for release back into the community.
1101 South Front Street
Suite 5200
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17104
1-800-563-6399
https://www.ova.pa.gov/Pages/default.aspx
Crime Victims Council of the Lehigh Valley (CVC)CVC is a non-profit organization that provides support and services to crime victims and their families. All programs offered by CVC, which include counseling, protective services, advocacy, and referrals, are free and confidential.
24 Hour Hotline:
(610) 437-6611(610) 437-6610https://cvclv.org Victims Compensation Assistance ProgramThis organization provides compensation to eligible crime victims for expenses such as out-of-pocket medical costs, counseling, lost wages, and funeral costs.
1-800-233-2339https://pcv.pccd.pa.gov/available-services/Pages/Victims-Compensation.aspx Pennsylvania Statewide Automatic Victim Information and Notification Service (PA SAVIN)PA SAVIN is a free service that provides up-to-date information concerning the custody status of inmates. Victims and community members can track the custody status of incarcerated offenders and register for notifications by phone, email, and/or text message when that status changes.
1-866-972-7284www.pacrimevictims.com Turning Point of the Lehigh ValleyTurning Point provides a safe place for domestic violence victims and their children. Services include an emergency safe house, counseling, legal advocacy, medical advocacy, and educational programs.
24 Hour Hotline:
(610) 437-3369(610) 797-0530 (Allentown)
(610) 868-5454 (Bethlehem)
https://www.turningpointlv.org Area Agency on AgingThe Agency provides services and programs for Northampton County residents over the age of 60. The Agency also provides protective services for victims of elder abuse and neglect.
2801 Emrick Boulevard
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania 18021
24 Hour Hotline
(610) 252-9060(610) 829-45401-800-322-9269https://www.northamptoncounty.org/HS/AGING 211.orgComprehensive source of locally curated social services. Connects individuals with needed services, including crisis, food, health, housing, and employment services. Accessible in 180 languages, completely confidential, and available 24/7/365.
Phone: 211
Website:
http://211.org/