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How it works

From first contact to a submitted application

  1. 1

    Find the right organization

    Survivors can discover victim service organizations by location and connect with the program they choose—without being auto-assigned.

  2. 2

    Connect with an advocate

    Support requests and secure messaging help advocates and survivors stay coordinated in one place.

  3. 3

    Complete the guided intake

    Step-by-step Illinois Crime Victims Compensation guidance in plain language—with save and return.

  4. 4

    Denial-prevention checks run automatically

    Before submission, the product highlights common gaps — missing documents, inconsistencies, and timing issues — so you can fix them early.

  5. 5

    Submit and stay coordinated

    Completed applications go to the state program; survivors and advocates track status and follow-ups in one workspace.