Victim Assistance Volunteer Program (Burlington)

Mission
The Victim Assistance Volunteer Program (V.A.V.P.) Burlington is a Community-Based Not-for-profit Volunteer Service that assists the Burlington/Niagara Ontario Provincial Police. The V.A.V.P. provides short-term emotional support and practical assistance to victims of crime and road trauma, which encompasses serious personal injuries and fatalities. The volunteers are specially trained individuals who help victims cope during crisis situations.

PROGRAM GOALS

- To lessen the trauma by traffic collisions upon their victims or loved ones who must face and cope with death, serious injury or impairment of ability.
-To promote an avenue for the community to become involved in dealing with the effects of motor vehicle collisions.
-In partnership with the O.P.P., the volunteers provide coordination and assistance to victims on a 7 day / 24 hour basis.
-To educate and create public awareness of the services provided by participating in seminars and conferences that promote better community understanding.