Resources for Families of
Homicide Victims in New York

At Fairhaven Memorial Chapel, we recognize the deep sorrow and unique struggles that come with losing a loved one to murder. Beyond providing memorial services, we are committed to guiding you toward resources that offer comfort and practical assistance during this heartbreaking time. Below, we’ve gathered a selection of New York organizations and programs tailored to support families of homicide victims with financial aid, emotional care, and essential information.

Financial Assistance

New York State Office of Victim Services (OVS)

What It Offers: Financial help for funeral expenses: $3,000 initially upon confirming victim status, with an additional $3,000 after the investigation verifies criminal activity & cause of death. Counseling, lost wages, and crime-scene cleanup costs (total possible maximum award: $30,000, depending on case outcomes).

Who’s Eligible: Families must report the crime to the police within 1 week and cooperate with the investigation. Apply within 1 years (exceptions possible).

How to Apply:

Why It Helps: Reduces financial strain during crisis.

Emotional & Legal Support

New York City Office of Victim Services (NYC OVS)

  • What It Offers: Crisis counseling, court accompaniment and referrals to trauma specialists. 
  • How It Helps: Provides localized support for NYC residents.
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 Parents of Murdered Children (POMC)

  • What It Offers: Support groups, a helpline, and a community for families grieving a murder.
  • How It Helps: Connects you with others who understand your loss.
  • Get Started:

Note: Contact POMC for the nearest NY chapter.

New York Crime Victims Legal Network (CVLN)

  • What It Offers: Free legal aid for victims’ rights enforcement (e.g., restitution, privacy protections).
  • How It Helps: Advocates for you and ensures your voice is heard.

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Safe Horizon (NYC-Based)

  • What It Offers: Trauma therapy, emergency shelter, and case management. 
  • How It Helps: Supports emotional healing and long-term grief care.
  • Explore Services:

Offender Tracking

NY VINE Service

  • What It Offers: Real-time custody status updates (e.g., parole hearings, releases).
  • How It Helps: Provides security through transparency.

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Fairhaven was entrusted with my Grandmother back in 2015 and my Father this past July of 2024. Jason and his team worked me. They helped make sure that I had the death certificate so I could access my Father's funds and advised on the most economical service possible. Everything I asked for and wanted to lay my father to rest was provided with professional and empathic service. I don't have anyone else to lay to rest in Brooklyn but if I did I would highly recommended Fairhaven.
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Hey Jason it's Lisette just wanted to Thank you Again just last year it was My Mother-inlaw and just Recently My Cousin..Thank You for Alwaysss going Above and Beyond..My Family Thanks you and I thank you...They spoke so Highly of you and how compassionately you were to their needs...Again I pray that God Continues to bless you that you may Continue to be a Blessing to others. love you jason for all that you do..Again your Grandfather is smiling down on you from Heaven 🕊Job well Done
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Jason preserves and continues a legacy of meaningful and outstanding service to his community. He does not take this work lightly, and he strives to make his work a hallmark of excellence that compliments this legacy. He will assist to make your time of grief more bearable.
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Hey Jason, just really wanted to tell you Again how much we Really Appreciate you, your Kindness, your Heartfelt compassion you've shown us...your Team, and your Support to our Family...May God Continue to bless you that you may Continue to be a Blessing to others.. I know your Grandfather would be so Proud of You!!😇. God bless his Legacy and May God Continue to bless you in all that you do. 😘🙏🏾
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My family had been using Fairhaven for decades and while I’m so sorry for all whom lost loved ones I can’t stand on what’s being posted. Like another poster said it was the grandfather my family has dealt with. I met Jason for the first time two years ago when I lost my mother. While Fairhaven has been like an honorary family member for close to 4 decades, it was my first time being hands on with the protocols of funeral planning. Jason was very patient and informative. Not to mention my mom was a shell of her self when she passed and Fairhaven had her looking like she did in life. They even set her up with an online page that I check into every now and then to write to my mom. That’s how I found these reviews and was shocked by what I read. Again no disrespect to the grieving families, this just wasn’t my experience.
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Miz Director
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Wow this is so untrue about this firm, this director would bend over backward to any soul that walk this earth.Especially when it comes to provide unique service to loss family member

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