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Assists in acquiring DD-214 forms.

Assist veterans, their families, dependents, or survivors with claims to the Veterans Administration.  Assists with filing, maintaining, or appealing Veterans Administration claims/decisions. Assists in acquiring DD-214 forms.

Provides individual advocacy for victims of sexual assault and domestic violence.  Will accompany victims of sexual assault and domestic violence to the hospital and to court; assist with paperwork/legal action; help find clothing, accommodations, and medical/legal services to which victims might be entitled.  Also provides legislative advocacy in various forms including letter writing and phone calls.

Individualized advocacy services: Identify resource, navigate complex systems, research, and facilitation of communication/networking. Policy and community advocacy: Attend city and county council meetings and contact elected representatives and civil servants at all levels of government. Efforts are in support of policies and resources that strengthen communities and improve outcomes for consumers of the criminal justice system, as well as the families and neighborhoods most seriously impacted by incarceration. Offers workshops and presentations for community groups interested in learning more about incarceration and reentry. New Connections also serves as the fiscal agent for Pierce Community Partnership for Transitional Services (Pierce CPTS). CPTS is made up of agencies and individuals working together to support successful transitions for people returning to communities after incarceration.

Provides no-cost support groups, education, and advocacy to improve the quality of life for individuals living with mental health conditions and their families and friends.

Provides contact information for federal, state and local government officials.