CRIME VICTIMS RESOURCES

VINE (Victim Information and Notification Everyday): Free, 24/7 service to check the custody status of inmates in NH and to register for automatic notification when an inmate is released, transferred or escapes

Victims’ Compensation Program: Helps innocent victims of violent crime in NH with expenses directly related to the crime including medical, mental health, mileage, relocation, security, lost wages, etc.

Address Confidentiality Program: Provides address confidentiality for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking

Crime Victims Rights: Learn your rights as a crime victim as dictated by NH law

Crisis Center of Central New Hampshire: Crisis center for Merrimack County, which can provide a variety of supports for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking

NH Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence: Provides training and technical assistance to all 12 crisis centers in NH. Visit their website to find contact information for additional crisis centers

Merrimack County Child Advocacy Center: Coordinates and provides forensic interviews, family support services, medical and behavioral health referrals, and community supports to ensure timely access to essential services for children 3-18 (and their caregivers) who are alleging child sexual abuse, felony level physical abuse, or have witnessed a violent crime such as homicide or domestic violence

NH Food Bank: Local resources for food assistance

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP): provides nutrition benefits to eligible low-income individuals and families so they can purchase healthy food and move towards self-sufficiency

NH Department of Health & Human Services: State agency responsible for the health, safety and well-being of NH citizens providing resources on areas such as financial assistance, housing, childcare and more

Community Action Program Belknap-Merrimack Counties: Provides access to assistance, referrals and help with basic needs

NH Legal Assistance, NH Legal Aid, and 603 Legal Aid: Free civil legal assistance

Planned Parenthood of Northern New England: Reproductive health care services and education

Merrimack County Human Services County Navigator Program: For Merrimack County residents who need assistance working through social service systems

SPARC: Provides resources regarding stalking