Victims First Specialist Support (VFSS)

Commissioned by the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner our VFSS support is delivered in partnership with Oxfordshire Sexual Abuse and Rape Crisis Centre (OSARCC) and Trust House. Providing specialist support to victims and witnesses of serious & organised crime including sexual violence, modern slavery and exploitation.

• Practical support & Advocacy
• Emotional support
• Support navigating the CJS inc CICA and court support.
• Restorative Justice options
• Crisis Intervention
• Long-term support

Our experienced caseworkers assess each client’s unique needs and provide personalised support to aid their recovery from the impact of crime.

With no time limits, our support service covers short-term incidents to long-term interventions. By fostering trusting relationships, we empower individuals to break free from the cycle of crime’s impact.

Our support is there for people whether you have reported the crime to the Police or not

Making a Referral to VFSS

If you wish to make a referral please forward a completed  VFSS Referral Form  to the email/postal address as shown on the form.

Alternatively, if you would prefer to speak to us first regarding a possible referral, or just to find out more about how we can support, please contact the team on 01844 487987 or our Service Manager/Area Managers as below:

Kathryn McLean, Service Manager 
kathrynvfss@thamesvalleypartnership.org.uk

Claire Lewis, Area Manager Bucks & MK
clairevfss@thamesvalleypartnership.org.uk

Rachel Barr, Area Manager Oxon
rachelvfss@thamesvalleypartnership.org.uk

Hansa Patel, Area Manager Berks
hansavfss@thamesvalleypartnership.org.uk