Property & Traffic Crime
Whilst these crimes can range in seriousness, they have many similarities.
Advice from some of the following organisations can make a big difference, be it with advice on filling in forms to counselling and other support.
If you need advice on protecting yourself during a break-in to your house, you should download Police & CPS Guidance on Use of Force
Aftermath
upport & Information 0151 427 3923 / 3925
The organisation works to support families whose lives have been shattered by the effects of a road collision. Sixty-four people died last year and 10 times that number were seriously injured on the roads of Merseyside.
The support workers have responsibility for providing emotional support and practical help, which has included a listening ear, information regarding welfare benefit entitlement, help with funeral grant applications, supporting people at probate court and information about choosing a solicitor.
The support worker's role is to ensure that families develop effective coping strategies by providing information to help people choose the support they need. The support offered is fully evaluated and service users are involved in the development of services.
Age Concern
Visit Age Concern's Website
Telephone 020 8765 7200
The UK's largest organisation working with and for older people, this site will guide you to your nearest Age Concern centre.
Crime Prevention advice for older people, how to deal with anti-social behaviour, as well as many health and social issues are dealt with on this site.
Citizen's Advice (CABs)
Visit the CAB website for details about your local outlet.
CABs provide confidential, impartial and independent advice and information to the communities they serve. You can access their advice services by attending one of their advice sessions or contacting their telephone advice lines, which operate from local offices. Merseyside has 8 local offices, so advice is not far away.
CABs do not normally provide advice online. However, you can visit this link to seek advice on a wide range of issues or get contact details for your local office.
Community Justice Centre
Visit the CJC Website
Telephone 0151 298 3600
The first of its kind in England and Wales, it combines the powers of a courtroom, run by Judge David Fletcher, with a range of community resources, available to residents, victims and witnesses, as well as offenders. It also organises and supports activities involving local residents and, in particular, young people.
Your Local Authority & Crime Reduction
Find & visit your local council's website here.
Crime & Disorder Reduction Partnerships (CDRPs) are operated by your local council. Visit your local council for information on meetings, local groups and projects designed to reduce crime and disorder. Your local council may be able to assist you with instances of housing, cleansing and environmental issues.
Headway
Visit Headyway's Website
Email Headway
Helpline 0808 800 2244
Headway's aim is to promote understanding of all aspects of brain injury; and to provide information, support and services to people with a brain injury, their family and carers. The information hosts information on many brain-related issues. Telephone enquiries are received from brain injury survivors, their families, carers and friends, as well as from professionals and other interested parties.
Safer-Communities.net
Visit their Website
Email Crime Concern Telephone 01793 863500
This website aims to help real people in real communities tackle the crime issues that affect them.
Here you will find out how to bring about change and improvement in your local neighbourhood, information on crime issues and case studies from people who've made a difference in their area.
Samaritans
Find your local branch by visiting the Samaritans website
Helpline 08457 90 90 90
Samaritans gives millions of people the time and space to explore their feelings and options - never judging - always confidential - providing the power of active listening to support people in need, 24 hours a day,seven days a week. Founded in 1953, Samaritans has been working for over 50 years,providing confidential emotional support for people who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those which may lead to suicide. They work throughout the UK and Republic of Ireland.
Support After Murder & Manslaughter
Visit SAMM's Website
Email SAMM
Helpline (0151) 207 6767
SAMM offer emotional support and help for families and friends bereaved by murder and manslaughter It is run by and for the people who have been bereaved as a result of homicide - not by professionals.
SAMM Merseyside offers the following services:-
- A 24 Hour Telephone Helpline for support and information for families who have experienced loss through Murder and Manslaughter.
- Outreach home visits to families of Murder/Manslaughter Victims.
- Preparation and support for Court proceedings i.e. Trials, inquests.
- Regular monthly meetings in the Police Club at Fairfield. Individuals and agencies are invited to give information on a wide range of topics relating to the welfare of victims of crime, such as Legal Issues, Criminal Justice Issues, Compensation, Finance, Housing, DSS, Social Welfare Issues.
- One to one support and counselling for new and existing individuals and family support. This has been for incident related trauma i.e. identification of victims, trials etc. Post traumatic stress information and support. Individual emotional support work, family/relationship difficulties, counseling and support on the effects on teenagers and young children within families. Support and information on employment and educational problems. Support and information on issues relating to mental health need and physical health problems.
- Production of information/publicity leaflets.
- Liaison with Police, Probation Services, Victim Support, Social Services, Media and other Agencies.
- Monthly Group and Committee meetings.
Victim Support & Witness Service
Visit Victim Support's Website
Victim Supportline 0845 3030 900
Vitim Support is the national independent charity for people affected by crime - victims and witnesses, their families and friends - and we're here in your community. Our trained staff and volunteers offer free and confidential information, support and practical help after crimes, including burglary, assault, harrassment, domestic violence, rape and murder.
Victim Support can offer:
- someone to talk to in confidence
- emotional support and practical help
- information on the police, court procedures and the criminal justice system
- support and information while attending court help with criminal injuries compensation and insurance claims
- contact with - and referral to - other relevant organisations
- advice on crime prevention
- help with housing or benefit problems.
Youth Justice
Visit the YJB website to find out about Youth Justice & local YOTs.
The Youth Justice System deals with crime committed by youths. The Youth Offending Teams (YOTs) are key to the success of the youth justice system.
There is a YOT in every local authority in England and Wales. They are made up of representatives from the police, Probation Service, social services, health, education, drugs and alcohol misuse and housing officers. Each YOT is managed by a YOT manager who is responsible for co-ordinating the work of the youth justice services.
Reparation Orders are designed to help young offenders understand the consequences of their offending and take responsibility for their behaviour, and are one of many sentences available to the Youth System.
They require the young person to repair the harm caused by their offence either directly to the victim (this can involve victim/offender mediation if both parties agree) or indirectly to the community.
Examples of this might be cleaning up graffiti or undertaking community work. The order is overseen by the Youth Offending Team.