Support Services

24/7 CRISIS HOTLINE

The helpline is answered by staff who are available to listen, support, and provide information or referrals to callers over the phone. The hotline is available 24 hours a day 365 days a year.  All calls are confidential, and caller may choose to remain anonymous. If you are in a crisis, our advocates are on-call at all times in order to serve you.

Local  (706) 419-8775​​

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24 HOUR HOSPITAL ACCOMPANIMENT

Trained volunteers and staff are always available for medical and hospital advocacy. Hospital advocates offer unconditional support, important knowledge and resources, and can act as a liaison between you (the survivor), and medical personnel. If you are injured or are in any need of medical treatment, one of our advocates will meet you on scene at the hospital or medical appointment to accompany you. ​

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ON-SITE FORENSIC EXAMS

Forensic Medical Exams are performed right here at the Sexual Assault Center. If you go to the hospital first,  our staff will arrange to relocate you and any loved ones supporting you. Should you decide that a forensic examination is right for you, our center is equipped with a medical suite in a safe, protected environment separate from the local hospital. Once at the center, our experienced Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE/RN) will take the time you need to fully explain and the exam. Your Victim Advocate will accompany and provide ongoing support to you throughout the process.​

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ONE-ON-ONE CRISIS INTERVENTION

If you would like to speak with an advocate one-on-one, we can set up a time that fits your schedule to meet at the Sexual Assault Center.  This support is also available to significant others, family, or friends of survivors. All conversations are confidential. Please note that our staff are here to help, but we are not certified counselors. Our advocates can provide referral to our in-house Licensed Professional Counselor who is experienced as a trauma therapist. We are also happy to refer you to a counseling professional if that would be your preference.

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CRIMINAL JUSTICE ADVOCACY

Victim Advocates provide support an information to survivors who choose to prosecute their offenders. Assistance is provided relating to reporting options, the victim's rights, victim impact statements, applying for victim's compensation, as well as legal hearings and processes. Advocates also can prepare temporary protective orders for victims if eligible.

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COURT ACCOMPANIMENT

Advocates serve as companions to victims during the court process. It is your right to have your Advocate present with you at your request throughout any part of the criminal justice procedure. ​

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INFORMATION & REFERRALS

We are able to offer information and referrals to those we serve within the community. We partner with many agencies in Walker, Dade, and Catoosa County, and we are able to assist in finding the services you are looking for. 

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COUNSELING & SUPPORT GROUPS

Our licensed and trauma-informed professional counselor is available to our clients at no cost, and is available to work with survivors and their loved ones as they move through the process of recovery. We also offer two support groups for survivors, visit our homepage for more information

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COMMUNITY OUTREACH & EDUCATION

The Sexual Assault Center offers awareness and prevention education to local community groups, parenting organizations, and health fairs. We are available to present at elementary, middle, high school, and college levels. Curriculum available to the community includes presentations on Erin's Law, Consent, Healthy Relationships, Human Trafficking, and How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex. Visit our Education & Outreach tab for further information. To schedule education for your school or community group, contact our office at 706-861-0929.​