Victim Services: Resources for Victims of Impaired Driving

When victims and survivors of substance im- paired driving crashes are impacted by a crime, they often experience many types of devasta- tion. A crash can affect every area of their lives. After the crash many people don’t know where to turn for assistance. Sometimes they feel unworthy of help or feel it’s impossible to get

help for the things they need. Although there isn’t always a resource for every situation, this guide will attempt to explore some of the resources that may be available.

A crash can affect every area of a victim and survivor’s life.

Seeking Assistance – What to Ask?

Asking the questions below is an important step to gaining the information you need to succeed in this process. • How does one apply? • What are the eligibility requirements? • What is the application process? » How long will it take? » What information is needed? • What other pertinent information is important? • Are there any local coordinating services? Identifying Nationwide Resources There are several resources available on a na- tional level that may be useful for victims and survivors of substance impaired driving. Each one will have its own requirements to qualify for

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