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currently a task that often falls on the list of responsibilities for the Decatur <br /> Police Department. The addition of a Crisis Response worker would allow <br /> this task to be removed from their already full plate <br /> By having a Crisis Response worker present early on at the scene of a <br /> violent crime the emotional needs of the victim and their family are more <br /> likely to be met and those individuals are placed on the path to healing <br /> as soon as possible. According to the International Association of Chiefs of <br /> Police, "victims who are treated with sensitivity and respect are more likely <br /> to participate in investigations". Participation helps give the victim more <br /> power and control of their situation. <br /> - Decreased traumatic flashbacks <br /> - By having a direct connection to victims of violent crime in our area, the <br /> program can ensure that all are receiving information about the <br /> counseling services that are available rather than relying on DPD or other <br /> community organizations or community members to pass along the <br /> information. In addition to receiving the information about counseling, the <br /> Crisis Response worker and/or Case Manager can follow up on services <br /> and/or coordinate transportation to get to appointments. <br /> - Increased ability for parents to cope with trauma suffered due to their child <br /> experiencing trauma <br /> - Children are often the direct or indirect victims of violent crime, which can <br /> also be emotionally difficult for parents. Having Crisis Responders available <br /> early on can provide support to parents in their interactions with their <br /> children. Crisis Responders can take the burden of finding immediate <br /> resources (shelter, clothing, food etc.) off of the parents so they can focus <br /> their attention on their children. <br /> - The C 1 C crisis program has a partnership with Decatur Psychological (with <br /> additional partnerships in the works) to be able to provide free counseling <br /> services to children who have been victims of crime as well as their <br /> parents. <br /> Goal / Performance Measurements <br /> - Crisis response workers will track what services are provided to individuals/families <br /> throughout their time with Crisis Response. <br /> - Crisis response workers will track the number of times returning home was not a <br /> safe, viable option and emergency shelter was provided. <br />