Victim Assistance

The Office of Victim Assistance

The Diocese of Arlington's Office of Victim Assistance seeks to extend the loving compassion of Christ to victims/survivors of child sexual abuse throughout their healing process. If you are a victim/survivor of child sexual abuse by clergy, an employee, or a volunteer of the Diocese of Arlington, please contact the Victim Assistance Coordinator to report an allegation and receive comprehensive assistance.

The Office of Victim Assistance offers sharing groups, prayer services, educational presentations, an annual spiritual retreat, and referrals. Please contact the office for more information.

How to Report a Suspected Incident of Child Abuse or Sexual Misconduct

The Office of Victim Assistance seeks to reach out and support victims of sexual abuse. If you believe there is an incident of child abuse or sexual misconduct, please visit this page to fill out a form and return it to the Victim Assistance Office.

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Events: Office of Victim Assistance

Programs for Sexual Abuse Victim Survivors
We look forward to meeting you at our events. Join us to explore, heal, and make connections with others. Please contact the Victim Assistance Coordinator with any questions.

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Bishop Burbidge's Homily for Mass for All Victims of Sexual Abuse and Their Continued Healing

The Cathedral of St. Thomas More - August 26, 2018

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Welcome letter from Director of Victim Assistance

Read the welcome letter from the director of the Victim Assistance Office for the Catholic Diocese of Arlington, Virginia.

Reflections for Those Sexually Abused

Check out talks from previous annual retreats, read messages of hope from survivors, and learn about books that other victim survivors have found helpful.

Counseling and Programs for Those Sexually Abused by Clergy

Explore opportunities for healing and growth including spiritual and pyschological counseling, Healing Masses, Prayers Services and Support Group Evenings with Bishop Burbidge and an Annual Day Long Retreat.

Bishop Burbidge's Message for Victims and Survivors of Sexual Abuse by Clergy

Available in English, Spanish, Korean, Vietnamese, Portugese and Tringina.

USCCB Annual Report - 2019

The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops' Secretariat of Child and Youth Protection has released the 2019 Annual Report - Findings and Recommendations on the Implementation of the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People.