General Crime Victim Advocacy Services - Cornerstone
A range of advocacy and crisis intervention for victims, families, and community members affected by crime and violence. Examples of general crime include burglary, identity theft, homicide, robbery, fraud, auto theft, and bias/hate crimes. An advocate will reach out to the individual to assess and gather any additional information needed. The monetary Emergency Victim Assistance (EVA) limit is $1000 but not all cases will call for the full amount. Services eligible for Emergency Victim Assistance (EVA): - Car repairs that are the result of auto theft, carjacking, vandalism, and car repairs essential for the safety and function of the vehicle - Eyeglass replacement due to assault or theft - Gift cards for food and basic personal items - Reimbursement of up to $1000 for qualifying services with receipt/documentation - Reimbursement of replacement costs for items such as vehicle plates and identification - Rent/mortgage assistance due to harassment, direct gun violence, threats, or targeted danger - Transportation in the form of Uber, Lyft, or Metro Transit gift card NOTE: The program does not assist with cases involving domestic violence, sexual violence, and/or child abuse
Categories
Last assured
02/22/2024
Physical Address
1000 East 80th Street, Bloomington, MN 55420
Hours
9 am - 5 pm Monday - Friday
Voice
Fax
(612)722-2146
Application process
Call; fax; email [email protected]
Required documents
Application/intake form; contact information for the victim such as their name, phone number, date of crime, and case number
Eligibility
Open to all victims of a general crime
Service area
MN
Agency info
Cornerstone
Comprehensive services for youth, adults, and families who have experienced domestic violence, dating violence, sexual violence, human trafficking, or general crime.