Useful information
Below you can find a wide range of services that can support you following rape or sexual assault.
Hampshire Police
https://www.hampshire.police.uk/
101 or 999 in an emergency
Solent Sexual Health Service
Provides Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) and Genito-Urinary Medicine (GUM) services across Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, and Southampton.
https://www.letstalkaboutit.nhs.uk/
0300 300 2016
Rape Crisis
Rape Crisis England & Wales is a charity working to end sexual violence and abuse.
0808 500 2222
The Survivor’s Trust
The Survivor’s Trust is a national organisation supporting specialist rape and sexual abuse services in the voluntary sector.
https://thesurvivorstrust.org/
0808 801 0818
Victim Support
Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting victims of crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales.
https://www.victimsupport.org.uk/
0808 168 9111
NAPAC
The National Association for People Abused in Childhood- Supporting recovery from childhood abuse
0808 801 0331
Yellow Door
A registered charity preventing and responding to domestic and sexual abuse.
General Enquires: 023 8063 6312
Helpline: 023 8063 6313 (Wednesdays 4-7pm)
START
A trauma informed support service which offers a range of specialist services across North, Central and the District of East Hampshire for anyone who has suffered sexual abuse.
01962 868 688
Safeline
A specialist sexual violence and abuse charity led by the needs of its clients.
01926 402 498
Cis’ters
is a survivor-led support group for women who were raped or sexually abused in their childhood or teens by a family member.
02380 338 080
Survivors UK
A National Charity supporting boys and men who have been raped or sexually assaulted.
0203 598 3898
Male Survivors Partnership
A network of organisations working with male victims and survivors of sexual abuse, rape and sexual exploitation.
0808 800 5005
Galop
Charity supporting LGBT+ people who have experienced abuse and violence.
Childline
A free, private and confidential service for people 18 and under, where you can talk about anything.
0800 1111
NSPCC
The National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children is a British child protection charity.
0808 800 5000
Barnardo’s
Helping children through the trauma of sexual abuse and exploitation.
https://www.barnardos.org.uk/get-support/support-for-young-people
If your child has been raped or sexually assaulted, it can be difficult to know how to react and how to support them. Even though it may feel daunting it is possible for you to be a good source of support for your child.
Rape and sexual assault will have an emotional impact on your child, but it is also likely to impact upon you. As a parent you may experience a range of emotions such as shock, anger, horror at what they have experienced and a general sense of helplessness. You may also feel angry if you feel that he or she has acted irresponsibly.
You might also feel guilty about what happened and blame yourself for not being able to protect them. In the weeks after the assault, you may feel frustrated that your child is not reacting in the way you would expect them to or would consider ‘normal’ following a sexual assault.
All of these emotions and thoughts can feel overwhelming and difficult to manage while still supporting them. This booklet contains information and suggestions that could help you to understand their needs and provide effective support.
Imkaan
Women's organisation dedicated to addressing violence against black and minoritised women and girls.
Breaking the Silence
Support for male survivors of Asian, African, and African-Caribbean origin.
https://www.breaking-the-silence.org.uk/
The Traveller Movement
Support for Gypsy, Roma, and Traveller people.
https://travellermovement.org.uk/domestic-abuse-and-sexual-violence
National Ugly Mugs
Working to end violence against sex workers. Members can sign up to share and get warnings about dangerous people.
Find information and support for your mental health.
https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/
Samaritans
Samaritans works to make sure there's always someone there for anyone who needs someone.
116 123
Mind
The mental health charity, here to make sure no one has to face a mental health problem alone.
0300 123 3393
Shout
A free, confidential, 24/7 text messaging support service for anyone who is struggling to cope.
Text “SHOUT” to 85258
Hampshire Domestic Abuse Partnership
A group of local services and agencies in Hampshire working together to provide help and support for people affect by domestic abuse.
https://www.hants.gov.uk/socialcareandhealth/domesticabuse
03300 165 112
Stop Domestic Abuse
Supporting and protecting victims and survivors of domestic abuse.
0330 0533 630
The Hampton Trust
Hampton Trust provides innovative solutions to rebuild lives, create safer communities and break the cycle of abuse.
023 8000 9898
Safer Lives
Paragon
Services to support victims and survivors of stalking, domestic abuse and sexual violence.
Hampshire: 0800 916 9878
IOW: 0800 234 6266
Ask for ANI
Home Office scheme that enables victims of domestic abuse to discreetly ask for immediate help in participating pharmacies and Jobcentres.
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/ask-for-ani-domestic-abuse-codeword
Unwanted Prisoner Contact Service
A service to help if you are receiving unwanted contact from a prisoner or you are concerned about a prisoner's release.
https://unwanted-prisoner-contact.form.service.justice.gov.uk/
DV Assist
The UK's only registered charity specialising in arranging Non-Molestation Orders, Prohibited Steps Orders & Occupation Orders.
Refuge
Support service for Women and Children helping them to overcome the physical, emotional, financial, and logistical impacts of abuse and rebuild their lives- free from fear.
0808 2000 247
Women’s Aid
The national charity working to end domestic abuse against women and children.
Men’s Advice Line
A helpline and support service for male victims of domestic abuse.
https://mensadviceline.org.uk/
0808 801 0327
ManKind
A registered Charity helping men escape domestic abuse.
01823 334 244
We Are With You
A registered Charity providing free confidential support with alcohol and drugs.
https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/
Be Drink Aware
The UK’s leading alcohol charity. Working with individuals, communities, industry, and governments to reduce alcohol harm across the UK.
Frank
A free and Friendly confidential drug advice service