Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs) offer medical, practical, and emotional support. They help anyone who has been raped, sexually assaulted, or abused. SARCs have trained doctors, nurses, and support workers to care for you.
You can get help by booking an appointment with your nearest SARC. For more information, visit our page here (opens in new tab).
You can also get help from:
- A doctor or nurse at your GP surgery
- Support groups such as Rape Crisis, Women’s Aid, Victim Support, The Survivors Trust, or Male Survivors Partnership
- The National Domestic Abuse Helpline (free, 24 hours): 0808 2000 247
- The Rape Crisis helpline (free, 24 hours): 0808 500 2222 or online chat
- A hospital A&E department
- A sexual health clinic
- NHS 111 (phone or online)
- The police on 101
- In an emergency, call 999