Violence Intervention Program
Violence Intervention Program at UMC New Orleans
Our approach
Compassionate, Credible Support
Our dedicated and trained Violence Prevention Professionals work directly with survivors of gun violence to support a safe and healthy community. We believe that when people feel seen, heard, and empowered to explore their strengths, they can chart a path toward a safer, secure future for themselves and their families.
Care from crisis through recovery
- Violence Interrupters (Hospital-Based): Support survivors and loved ones at the bedside, helping them navigate the immediate crisis and develop a plan to stay safe moving forward.
- Violence Intervention Specialists (Clinic-Based): Based within the Trauma Recovery Center, these specialists work with survivors through case management and wraparound services to develop and achieve goals towards full recovery, stability, and long-term wellbeing.
- Integrated trauma recovery: Healing after violence includes the body and the mind. The Violence and Intervention Program is embedded within the Seeds of NOLA Trauma Recovery Center ensuring easy access and coordination with the trauma mental health experts to help promote the emotional. We work coordinate visits visits within the Trauma Recovery Center and maintain ongoing trauma informed practices.
Connections and community resources
The Violence Intervention Program (VIP) works closely with additional hospital departments and organizations throughout New Orleans to ensure smooth referrals to services that support healing, stability, and safety.
Eligibility and cost
Survivors are eligible for free Violence Intervention Services if they:
- Have sustained a gunshot wound in Orleans Parish, or
- Live in Orleans Parish and have sustained a gunshot wound
For more information or to make an appointment call 504.702.4335
Helpful links
Seeds of NOLA Trauma Recovery Center
