If you or someone close to you has been sexually assaulted:

Immediately following a sexual assault, take whatever steps you can to ensure your safety. You can call AMHC’s sexual assault helpline: ​1-800-871-7741. This number will connect you with a trained sexual assault advocate who can listen, offer support, and give you information to help you decide what to do next.
  • If you can, call someone you trust, like a good friend or family member.

You don't need to report
​to get support.
​Call us - we can help.
  • If you want to have evidence collected, and have not already done so, do not wash, bathe, go to the bathroom, change your clothes, smoke, or eat or drink anything. Evidence can be collected from your body and clothing, which you may be able to use in court if you decide to report the crime to police.
  • We recommend seeking medical attention for injuries and possible sexually transmitted infections and pregnancy prevention, as soon as possible. A sexual assault advocate from AMHC Sexual Assault Services is available to meet you at the Emergency Department.
  • You do not have to report to police in order to get medical attention and have evidence collected at the Emergency Department for free. Once you have your medical exam and the evidence has been collected, your information will be kept for a minimum of 90 days while you decide if you want to report the crime to the police.