Support Services and resources

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  • Phone: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
  • Website: www.rainn.org
  • The nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization, RAINN has helped nearly 3 million survivors and their families since 1994. It provides confidential support and connects survivors to local resources. 
  • Phone: 215.539.1906
  • Website: www.childusa.org
  • Provides research, advocacy, and educational resources to prevent child abuse and neglect, including child sexual abuse. Child USA focuses on protecting children’s rights and promoting policy reforms, such as extending statutes of limitations for child sexual abuse cases.
  • Phone: 226-350-SARE (7273) 
  • Website: www.sarecentre.org/
  • A 12-hour, evidence-based sexual assault resistance training program designed to help women recognize risk factors, overcome emotional barriers to self-protection, and employ verbal and physical strategies to prevent assault. It has been shown to significantly reduce the incidence of sexual assaults in participants. 
  • Phone: 1-866-331-9474 
  • Text: LOVEIS to 22522
  • Website: www.loveisrespect.org
  • The nation’s only teen dating violence hotline, available 24/7/365.
  • 1-877-SNAP-HEALS (1-877-762-7432)
  • https://www.snapnetwork.org/need_help_now
  • SNAP Chapters
  • The largest and oldest support group for women and men wounded by religious and institutional authorities (priests, ministers, bishops, deacons, nuns, coaches, teachers, and others).
  • 855.4.VICTIM (855.484.2846)
  • victimconnect.org
  • An information clearinghouse for victims of crime to become informed about their rights and options, along with resources.
  • Sexual Assault Response Teams (SART): Many communities have SART programs that coordinate services for sexual assault victims, including medical care, law enforcement, and legal assistance.
  • Crisis Centers and Hotlines: Local crisis centers provide immediate support, counseling, and advocacy services. They can assist with safety planning and navigating the legal system.
  • Sexual Assault Response Teams (SART): Many communities have SART programs that coordinate services for sexual assault victims, including medical care, law enforcement, and legal assistance.
  • Crisis Centers and Hotlines: Local crisis centers provide immediate support, counseling, and advocacy services. They can assist with safety planning and navigating the legal system.
  • Empower Yourself: Educate yourself about your legal rights, options for reporting, and the resources available to you. Knowledge can be empowering and help you regain a sense of control.
  • Reporting sexual assault or abuse is a challenging and courageous decision. Whether you choose to report the incident immediately or take time to consider your options, remember that there are resources and support systems available to help you navigate this process. You are not alone, and there are people ready to assist you every step of the way.

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