24-hour Crisis & Support Line

waiting by the phoneSARSSM’s Crisis and Support Line 1-800-313-9900 Help, Hope, Healing...

WHO

We provide support to all people affected by all types of sexual violence including women, men, gay, straight, young, old …

Victim/Survivors of:

  • Rape
  • Child Sexual Abuse
  • Incest
  • Sexual Harassment
  • Stalking
  • Sexting
  • Exposure
  • Sexual Exploitation
  • Computer Solicitation of Minors

Concerned Others:

  • Family
  • Friends
  • Partners

Professionals:

  • School Personnel
  • Health Care
  • Therapists
  • Law Enforcement
  • Case Workers

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
  • Courts

Information & Referrals

  • Therapists
  • Community Agencies
  • Support Groups
  • Legal Issues and Court Systems

HOW

  • Begin by calling our toll-free number 800-313-9900
  • 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
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WHAT

We believe that everyone has the inner strength to find their own path to healing from sexual assault, sexual abuse and any other forms of sexual violence. Our advocates are trained to respond to many aspects of sexual assault 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.