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Victim Services realigning in Midwestern Ontario

Victim Services Huron and Victim Services Bruce Grey Perth are announcing a slight realignment of their local service outlets.

As of May 1, 2024, Victim Services Huron will join with Victim Services Perth to be under one umbrella of service. The new agency will be known as Victim Services Huron Perth.

The realignment will also mean Victim Services Bruce Grey Perth will become Victim Services Bruce Grey.

According to a media release from Victim Services, this will result in a "stronger, more comprehensive support network for victims of crime and tragic circumstances, ensuring that individuals and families receive the highest level of support and care across the regions."

Services offered by Victim Services will continue uninterrupted during the transition.

For more information about Victim Services Huron Perth or Victim Services Bruce Grey, visit their websites www.victimserviceshuron.ca or www.victim-services.com.

“By combining resources, expertise, and community partnerships, the newly formed organization will be better equipped to address the evolving needs of the communities served. The organization will align with other community stakeholders that currently serve both Huron and Perth Counties,” said Deborah Logue, Executive Director of Victim Services Huron and current Interim Executive Director of Victim Services Bruce Grey Perth.

"Victim Services Bruce Grey Perth and Victim Services Huron have long been dedicated to supporting individuals during some of the most challenging moments of their lives," added Wendy Pratt, Board Chair of Bruce Grey Perth Victim Services. "By redefining our service boundaries, this merger represents a significant step forward in our ability to provide comprehensive and compassionate care to those in need across our counties. Together, we will continue to uphold our mission of empowering victims and promoting healing and resilience within our communities."

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