"The Legal Assistance for Victims program provides valuable legal services to ensure justice in cases of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking," said Senators Snowe and Collins in a joint statement. "This funding will play an important role in helping victims through the healing process."
The LAV program funds projects that provide comprehensive legal services through direct representation and/or victim advocacy that enhance victims' safety and strengthen their economic security. Eligible applicants include nonprofit, nongovernmental legal services organizations; victim service agencies; public entities; and Indian tribal governments.
With supplemental funding through this LAV award, Penquis CAP will collaborate with Spruce Run Association in Penobscot County and Womencare/ Ageis Association in Piscataquis County to provide comprehensive legal assistance and support services to low and moderate-income victims of domestic violence in largely rural east-central Maine.