Program Services    

Protection of your rights

If a member of your family is killed or injured in a criminal action, you have certain rights, either constitutionally provided by states or through statutes.

PA September 11 Program staff help you understand those rights, provide guidance to obtain whatever compensation the law allows, and keep you informed of progress. Personal, one-on-one advocacy and PA Sept 11 Support Groups for you and your family are the key elements of the Program.

Who is Eligible?

You are eligible for assistance through the PA Sept. 11 Victim Assistance Program IF:

1. You are a resident of the State of Pennsylvania
   AND
   1. You survived the attacks and were injured physically, emotionally, or financially
      OR
   2. You are a spouse, child, parent, grandparent, or significant other of a person who was injured physically, emotionally, or financially, or was killed in the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center or the Pentagon on September 11
      OR
   3. You were a “first responder” or helped in the clean-up efforts following 9/11
2. You lost a family member aboard United Flight 93 that crashed in Somerset County on September 11, regardless of your home state of residence

Unsure of your situation?
Call 1-866-328-2800 anyway and a trained, program staff member will help determine your eligibility.

Advocacy Services

A staff of professionals provides one-on-one support for the physical, emotional, and financial needs of eligible victims via personal visits and a 24-hours a day, 7-days a week help line, (866) 328-2800. Professional, caring people, sensitive to your needs and knowledgeable in support services available to you visit you in your home to provide support and assistance. Advocates deal with state and federal agencies, the criminal justice system, and many other organizations to ensure that victims receive full benefit from all the programs available to them and their loved ones. << TOP

Referrals

If additional professional support is required for complex physical, emotional, or financial needs, referrals will be provided.

Professional follow up

Continuing personal contact keeps you informed of any new programs as they are developed. Additional consultation is scheduled, if needed, to ensure that your mental and physical health is sustained. A quarterly newsletter and Web site, www.PaSept11.org, provide details about benefits, future events, memorial services, and important program deadlines.

Accompaniment to sites

Accompaniment to sites and memorial services is provided, when needed.

The Program helps people access whatever immediate needs they have —physical, emotional, financial, or otherwise. Assistance in filing claims, completing forms, and providing required documentation is provided. Scheduled personal visits in your home (if desired) and facilitated support groups provide confidential support and assistance.

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If you have any questions regarding our services please contact us directly.