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Peer Support Group Offerings

Are you interested in joining one of our talk or activity-based support groups? Fill out our interest form here. 

Traditional Talk-Based Support Groups

We offer traditional support groups for survivors and their loved ones. Support groups provide a safe space for those impacted by sexual violence to learn and heal together.  Through discussion of sexual trauma, shared or individual experiences, and local resources, these groups help increase connection and support for survivors, caregivers, partners, and others.   

Most of our groups meet weekly at a set time in our office or community. Please complete the form below to express your interest and we will contact you when a new cohort is starting!
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Activity-Based Peer Groups

Activity-based groups offer a wide range of opportunities to connect, learn, and heal through shared experiences. These may include art-based workshops that encourage creativity and self-expression, horticultural therapy that fosters connection with nature, walking groups that promote movement and community, group outings to explore local spaces, and so much more. These programs are designed to be flexible, inclusive, and responsive to the interests of participants. We’re always looking to grow and evolve our offerings, please fill out the form below and let us know what kinds of activities or experiences you’d be excited to see!​


From our Support Group Participants:

"The time I spent attending the group allowed me to take what felt like a hidden broken life & begin to put the pieces back together
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"I love that there is a resource that works for me"

All programs and groups are offered free of charge
Statewide Sexual Assault Helpline:
For support, please call our free, private, 24-hour helpline at 1-800-871-7741.
In accordance with federal regulations, Sexual Assault Response Services of Southern Maine does not discriminate in the access to or provision of its services.

If you have any concerns or complaints, please send an email to [email protected]. Concerns or complaints can also be submitted to the Department of Health and Human Services, Maine Human Rights Commission and the Office for Civil Rights.


SARSSM provides free services in York and Cumberland Counties.
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​Sexual Assault Response Services of Southern Maine
is funded in part by Maine's Department of Health
​and Human Services, and generous public and private donations.