Sexual Assault Resources

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IF YOU HAVE BEEN SEXUALLY ASSAULTED - You have a Choice!

  • First, get to a safe place  
  • Know it is not your fault!
  • Reach out, connect with the Safe Harbor 24/7 crisis line with questions or just to talk: 1.800.499.7640

If considering seeking Medical Treatment or reporting to Law Enforcement:

  • Avoid showering/washing, toileting, eating or drinking to preserve evidence.
  • Save any clothing or items that may hold evidence like bedding.
  • Aurora Memorial Hospital in Sheboygan has highly trained SANE (Sexual Assault Nurse Exam) Nurses to help preserve evidence.  You can have a SANE exam EVEN if you are NOT reporting to Law Enforcement (*exception for minors).

 

IF SOMEONE YOU KNOW HAS BEEN ASSAULTED - Believe Them!

  • False reporting of sexual assaults is rare, and comparable to false reporting of instances of theft, robbery, and arson.  
  • Let them know, it’s not their fault!
  • Just Listen.
  • This could be the first time they are disclosing, and they need your support.
  • It is "ok" to not have an answer or response, just be present with them.

Victims and Survivors of Sexual Assault have choice

  • Let them decide to report* or to have a SANE exam.
  • Let them decide who to tell and how much they feel comfortable sharing.
  • Help them find resources they feel comfortable accessing – Safe Harbor has resources available for victims and for family and friends of victims.

 

If you wish to speak to an officer, please contact us at:

Police Department General Number:  920-893-6541

Non-Emergency:  920-459-3111

Call 911 for an emergency
 

Safe Harbor Sexual Assault Services

Understanding Rape and Sexual Assault