Assisting You In Becoming The Expert
Our advocates offer short or long term, trauma-informed Case Management services to survivors of domestic violence and rape/sexual assault. We work with you to support you in addressing immediate needs related to your experience of interpersonal violence and offer support to family members and loved ones as appropriate.
Case Managers collaborate with survivors to provide support, resources and guidance in decision-making while working to ensure that safety is paramount. Our team uses a trauma-informed approach and believes that each survivor is the expert of their own life.
At SMCFA, we partner with community agencies to help connect you with services. Some partners we work with are:
Department of Social Services
Domestic Violence Shelters
· Lifestyles of Maryland, Inc.
Housing Authority
Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Advocacy
· MNADV (MD Network Against Domestic Violence)
· MCASA (Sexual Assault Services)
· SALI (Sexual Assault Legal Services)
Behavioral Health
· Southern Maryland Community Network
· Pathways Mental Health Clinic
· Center for Change (Calvert County)
Address Confidentiality Program
Address Confidentiality Programs (ACPs) allow victims of stalking, sexual assault, domestic violence or other types of crime to receive mail at a substitute address. ACPs keep the victim’s actual address private and prevent offenders from locating the victim through public records. For more information, visit: Maryland Safe at Home
Crime Victim Compensation
One possibility for financial assistance is Crime Victim Compensation. Every state has a state-level Crime Victim Compensation program. Victims of domestic violence and stalking who apply to crime victim compensation may be eligible to have some of their crime-related expenses reimbursed, such as lost wages, medical bills and mental health counseling, and lock changes. Some states may assist with relocation expenses for safety.
Each program, however, has different requirements and benefits. Most states require a police report, but some will also accept a protection order, a SANE exam (rape kit), or a neglect petition (for victims of child abuse and neglect). For more information on the program in your state, visit the National Association of Crime Victim Compensation Boards.