Support for Sexual Assault
If you have been a victim of sexual assault there are different services to support you. Call 999 for emergency assistance from the Police. Merseyside Police have specially trained officers- who are dedicated to helping and supporting victims of all sexual assault and rape. These officers will investigate offences in a discreet and professional manner, offering support and guidance from the time of reporting through to the conclusion of an investigation. Merseyside Police treat historic incidents of rape or sexual assault just as seriously as recent ones. If you would like to report a crime that has happened in the past please call 101 and a specially trained officer will attend. For more information visit
- Police
Call 999 for emergency assistance from the Police. Find out more information here.
- Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC)
You can contact them even if you were sexually assaulted weeks, months or even years ago – with or without reporting to the police.
Liverpool
Website: http://www.safeplacemerseyside.org.uk
Telephone: 0151 295 3550 (24 hours a day, 365 days a year)Preston
Website: https://www.lancsteachinghospitals.nhs.uk/contact-the-safe-centre
Telephone: 01772 523344 (24 hours a day, 365 days a year) - Independant Sexual Violence Advisors
Independent support worker (not police) who offers support and advice to victims of sexual abuse no matter when the incident occurred triaging victims/survivors of sexual abuse to ensure they receive the correct support. This can involves support within the criminal justice system process, accessing trauma based counselling, advocating on behalf of the victim with your GP, workplace, education setting etc. This support is victim led and non-judgemental.
For more information, please contact RASA Merseyside - ISVA Services