Newark Community Solutions Victims Services (NCS-VS)
Opens it's Doors in the South Ward
Overview: Community violence comes in many different forms. And with every
instance of violence there are one or more victims left to deal with the
consequences. Oftentimes, these
individuals experience mental health symptoms, including post-traumatic stress,
in addition to any sustained physical injuries.
These “invisible” symptoms can remain long after physical wounds have
healed. The goal of NCS-VS is to meet victims “where
they are” and provide holistic support which will not only ease immediate grief
and suffering, but provide also a foundation of support in an effort to end the
cycle of violence.
Participants: The target population for this initiative is young men and
women of color, ages 18-30, who have been exposed to violence or are themselves
the victim of a violent crime.
The Process: Once an individual is referred to the program, they will
complete an intake which will be used to create an individualized service plan
based on the client’s needs and goals. The service plan can include a combination
of on-site case management, social services referrals, and individual or group
counseling. NCS-VS utilizes the S.E.L.F.
psycho-educational group curriculum, an evidence-supported and trauma-informed
approach to working with victims. Staff will also work with community
volunteers to offer skill -building workshops in areas including parenting,
employment, and wellness. Direct linkages with community-based programs will be
made for clients needing a higher level of care for substance abuse, mental
health, and co-occurring disorders.
Are you interested or know someone who could benefit from services?
Please stop by, call or send us an email
223 Hawthorne Ave., first floor
Newark, NJ
phone: 833-434-0881
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