If you’ve been affected by any of the issues in this programme, you may find some of the following websites helpful:
GUIDANCE ON HELP AFTER RAPE AND SEXUAL ASSAULT
https://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/Sexualhealth/Pages/Sexualassault.aspx
RAPE CRISIS ENGLAND AND WALES
Rape Crisis Centres provide specialist, confidential and independent advocacy, counselling and support services to those who’ve experienced sexual violence of any kind at any time in their lives. Find more information and details of your nearest Rape Crisis services at: www.rapecrisis.org.uk
The national Rape Crisis helpline is open 12 – 2.30pm and 7 – 9.30pm every day of the year and is free to call from most phones on 0808 802 9999.
VICTIM SUPPORT
Victim Support provides specialist, confidential emotional and practical support to victims of all crimes, including rape, whether or not the incident has been reported to the police.
Anyone who needs support can contact us:
24/7 Supportline number 0808 16 89 111
THE SURVIVORS TRUST
The Survivors Trust is a national UK umbrella agency for specialist rape and sexual abuse support services.
Contact details for local specialist support services: Find Support in Your Area
The Survivors Trust Support Line – Freephone 0808 801 0818, offers support, advice and information for women, men and young people who have been affected by rape, sexual assault and sexual abuse at any time in their life. Opening hours 10.00 – 16.00 and 18.00 – 20.00 Monday to Thursday, 10.00 – 16.00 Fridays.
Confidential answerphone.
Support, Advice and Info – 0808 801 0818
MALE SURVIVORS PARTNERSHIP
The Male Survivors Partnership is a consortium of male survivor organisations across the UK, who have joined together with the aim of creating better support for male survivors of sexual abuse, rape and sexual exploitation.
UK Male Survivor helpline – 0808 800 5005
SAVANA
Savana supports anyone affected by any form of sexual violence, who live in the North Staffordshire area, with one to one counselling and Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (ISVA) advocacy support.
01782 433205