SARSSM’s HOTLINE 1-800-313-9900 Help, Hope, Healing…
WHO: We provide support to all people affected by sexual assault:
Women, Men, Gay, Straight, Young, Old…
Victim/survivors of:
- Rape
- Acquaintance Rape
- Child Sexual Abuse
- Incest
- Sexual Harassment
Concerned Others:
Professionals
- School Personnel
- Health Care
- Therapists
- Law Enforcement
WHEN: Available 24/7 - no need to wait until Monday morning
WHY: Trained Advocates can provide you with:
Emotional support through:
- Listening
- Empowering suggestions
- Planning
Accompaniment support within York & Cumberland counties to:
- Hospitals
- Police stations
- Court
Information & referral
- Therapists
- Community agencies
- Support groups
- Legal and court system
HOW: An answering service will initially respond to your call:
- You just need to give the operator your first name and phone number
- An Advocate will call you back within 15 minutes
- If you have a blocked line, please remove the block
- Advocates do not leave messages on answering machines
WHAT: We believe that everyone has the inner strength to find their own path to healing from sexual assault, sexual abuse and any other form of sexual violence. Our advocates are trained in the many aspects of sexual assault response and are knowledgeable about the resources available to assist in healing. They are committed to providing non-judgmental support and guidance to assist in this healing process.
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