Statewide Sexual Assault Kit (SAK) Tracking Portal by the Louisiana State Police: https://sakt.louisiana.gov/ • For information on the Tracking Portal, contact the Louisiana State Police Crime Lab’s Sexual Assault Kit Tracking Unit: https://www.lsp.org/about/leadershipsections/support/crime-lab/sexual-assault-kit-tracking-unit/ or call the LSP Crime Lab (225) 925-6216 • If you have had a forensic medical exam (FME) in Louisiana AFTER JULY 1, 2024, you can track your sexual assault kit (SAK) progress by entering your kit number into the portal linked above; if you have misplaced the kit number, you can contact the medical facility where you had your exam, or the police detective investigating your sexual assault
Call for information: (504) 658-2598 • 1300 Perdido St, New Orleans 70112 • Email: healthdepartment@nola.gov • https://nola.gov/health-department/violence-prevention/ • Download th brochure HERE • Leads City of New Orleans violence prevention and intervention programs using an evidence-based public health approach; Programs include:
COMMUNITY VIOLENCE INTERRUPTION
UBUNTU VILLAGE PEACE AMBASSADORS • Call: (504) 658-2546 • Email: dallen@ubuntuvillagenola.org or tfedison@ubuntuvillagenola.org or rmagee@ubuntuvillagenola.org • Provide Violence Interruption, Risk Reduction, and Mentorship Services; use mediation to reduce retaliation, services are confidential and independent of law enforcement, use a public health approach to interrupt cycles of violence, and focus on community collaboration through partnerships • Download the brochure HERE.
CENTER FOR RESTORATIVE APPROACHES • Call: (504) 249-5274 • Email: thecra@thecra.net • Schools can refer escalating conflicts to the Center whose trained staff acts as violence interrupters
HEALTHCARE BASED VIOLENCE INTERVENTION
SEEDS OF NOLA TRAUMA RECOVERY CENTER • Call: (504) 702-4335 • Website: https://www.lcmchealth.org/university-medical-center-new-orleans/our-services/norman-e-mcswain-jr-md-spirit-of-charity-trauma-/trauma-recovery-center/ • University Medical Center’s Hospital Based Violence Intervention Program (HVIP) provides immediate support to victim-survivors of violence and families, works to reduce retaliation risk and prevent future trauma; Seeds of NOLA Trauma Recovery Center provides wrap around services for victim-survivors of traumatic injury or violence and their family members; Services FREE for Orleans Parish residents; See full listing under MENTAL HEALTH; Trained in-hospital violence interrupters also provide crisis intervention and support • Download the brochure HERE.
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE & SEXUAL ASSAULT
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE & SEXUAL ASSAULT PROGRAM • Provides coordination, information and resources, training and technical assistance, and advocacy for survivors, community partners, and criminal justice agencies; Coordinates various initiatives including the Advocacy Initiated Response Program, Mayor’s Domestic Violence Working Group, Sexual Violence Response Advisory Committee, Domestic Violence Prevention Committee, Domestic Abuse Fatality Review, and domestic violence and sexual assault multi-disciplinary case review teams
Call first to schedule an intake with the grief counselor: (504) 282-0607 • 2000 Lakeshore Dr, UNO Trac Bldg Rm 228, New Orleans 70148 • https://silenceisviolence.org/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SivNola • Email: speakup@silenceisviolence.org • Provides direct victim services (mainly homicide, but also domestic violence and sexual assault), some court assistance, mental health resources, youth engagement, some financial assistance; Victim Allies Project Support Groups are every other Monday at 6:30 pm and one Saturday per month, call for dates/times; Free
(504) 339-9330 • Email: arinsnest@gmail.com • Instagram: @arinsnestingplace_nola • Provides resources and services to support domestic violence survivors, works with NOVAS to provide periodic financial assistance for victims of crime (when funds are available)
Call for information: (855) 435-STAR [7827] • 123 N Genois St, New Orleans 70119 • Email: advocacynola@star.ngo • https://star.ngo • Provides hospital and legal accompaniment, safety planning, counseling, support groups, legal assistance for survivors of sexual violence; Refer to website for parishes in which assistance is offered; Offers counseling for children, ages 5+ and Counseling and Support Groups (Zoom) for adult survivors of sexual violence, ages 18+; Call first for intake; Free; Visit https://star.ngo/events/ for Support Group schedule
COURT CONNECT FOR KIDS STAR created this booklet which explains (with child-friendly language and pictures) why children may have to go to court, who works inside a courthouse, and rules and tips for witnesses.
SAFETY PLAN FOR SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE A safety plan is a personalized, practical plan that is meant to address your unique physical, emotional, and basic needs after a sexual assault.
Office: (504) 592-4005 • Crisis Line 24/7: (504) 866-9554 • 701 Loyola Ave, New Orleans 70113 • Email: healing@nofjc.org • https://www.nofjc.org/ • Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault; Child Sexual Abuse; Offers a variety of free groups for individuals and community coalitions; View event calendar for current group dates/times; Addresses many topics related to trauma; Both virtual via Zoom and in person events
To Schedule an Appointment: (504) 702-4335 • University Medical Center, 2000 Canal St, New Orleans, Clinic Building, Floor 3, Zone C (Enter at 2101 Tulane Ave) • In Person Support Groups also at UMC: Conference Rooms A and B, New Orleans 70112 • https://www.lcmchealth.org/university-medical-center-new-orleans/our-services/norman-e-mcswain-jr-md-spirit-of-charity-trauma-/trauma-recovery-center/ • Download the SUPPORT GROUP brochure on our website crimesurvivorsnola.org/grief-support-groups and the SERVICES brochure HERE • Ages 13 and up; Provides services to those who have experienced traumatic injury (and their loved ones); Medicare; Medicaid; Insurance; Free for Orleans Parish crime survivors; Call clinic to set up appointment; See Grief and Support Groups listing; Free support groups (hybrid either in person or zoom); refer to brochure for meeting dates and zoom link
Crisis Line 24/7: (504) 837-5400 • Toll Free: (888) 411-1333 • Via Link: 211 • www.mccagno.org • Email: metro@mccagno.org • Refer to www.mccagno.org/contact/ for parishes in which services are offered; Free counseling, legal aid, and emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, or human trafficking; Locations in St. Tammany, Jefferson E & W Bank, St. Charles
Main: (504) 503-0878 • Forensic Exams for Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence: (504) 355-0857 • Appointments and questions: (504) 592-4005 • 701 Loyola Ave #201, New Orleans 70113 • Email: hopeclinic@nofjc.org • https://www.nofjc.org/medical-forensics-details • Track the progress/status of your Sexual Assault Kit (SAK) here using the tracking number you were given at the medical facility where you had the exam (on your Survivor Card): https://sakt.louisiana.gov/ • Primary care, behavioral health, and free forensic exams to survivors of domestic and sexual violence; Clinic hours: M-F, 8 am-4 pm
2000 Canal Street New Orleans 70112, Visit Emergency Services on the 2nd Floor • https://www.lcmchealth.org/university-medical-center-new-orleans/our-services/emergency-care/forensic-program/ • Track the progress/status of your Sexual Assault Kit (SAK) here using the tracking number you were given at the medical facility where you had the exam (on your Survivor Card): https://sakt.louisiana.gov/ • 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; Only certain hospitals have SANE Nurses, specially trained nurses who can collect forensic evidence; Ages 15+ survivors of sexual assault, physical assault/strangulation
Orleans Justice Center–Sheriff’s Office: (504) 202-9339 • Main Office: 2800 Perdido St, New Orleans 70119 • Email: contactus@opso.us • www.opso.us
(504) 593-2357 • Email: larry.johnson@nola.gov • www.bcm.org/chaplaincy-services • You can also reach out to your nearest police station and ask for a Chaplain
https://council.nola.gov/home/ • The NOLA City Council is the legislative branch of the city government. They enact all laws governing the city and approve budgets as recommended by the Mayor. Contact the Councilmember in your district (there are 5) for community issues and upcoming meetings.
(504) 407-0000 • 421 Loyola Ave, New Orleans 70112 • www.orleanscivildistrictcourt.org • Check website for status updates
(504) 658-9000: General, Room 114 • (504) 658-9030: Bail bonds, Room 104 • 2700 Tulane Ave, Ste 114, New Orleans 70119 • https://orleanscriminalcourtclerk.com/ • Judges’ docket listed in Room 210, or at top of website
(504) 896-9237 • 1101 Calhoun St, New Orleans 70118 • https://www.chnola.org/services/audrey-hepburn-care-center/ • Child abuse cases, forensic medical exams for ages 15 and under, referrals
(504) 780-8282 • 4700 S I-10 Service Rd W, Metairie 70001 • https://www.lcmchealth.org/lakeside-hospital/our-services/emergency-care/sexual-assault-nurse-examiner-program/ • Track the progress/status of your Sexual Assault Kit (SAK) here using the tracking number you were given at the medical facility where you had the exam (on your Survivor Card): https://sakt.louisiana.gov/ • 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; Only certain hospitals have SANE Nurses, specially trained nurses who can collect forensic evidence; Ages 15+ survivors of sexual assault, physical assault/strangulation
(504) 658-9660 • 3001 Earhart Blvd, New Orleans 70125 • www.neworleanscoroner.com • Death investigations, mental health crisis services (orders of protective custody or involuntary commitment); Public access hours: M-F, 9 am-4 pm
(504) 658-9100 • 2700 Tulane Ave, New Orleans 70119 • www.criminalcourt.org • Visit the website under “Closure” for status updates; Visit “Judges” and click on the particular judge for contact information and virtual courtroom access; Visit “Docket Master” at www.opso.us for individual criminal case status
Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office Victim Assistance: (504) 827-6754 • Cpt. Stephanie Minto-Gibson: (504) 202-9229 • Crime Victims Reparations Board: (225) 342-1749 or 1 (888) 684-2846 (1-888-6-VICTIM) • Email: mintos@opso.us • LCLE website: https://lcle.la.gov/programs/cvr/ • Crime Survivors NOLA Guide to CVR: www.crimesurvivorsnola.org/cvr-guide • Call the number of your Local Claim Investigator (under “Resources” on the LCLE CVR website) to apply