If you or someone you know has experienced sexual abuse or sexual violence, it can be difficult to know where to turn. You are not alone, and what has happened is not your fault. Support and understanding is available, and help can be accessed at your own pace.

Sexual violence can take many forms, including:

• Rape or sexual assault (recent or non recent)
• Sexual abuse in childhood or adulthood
• Online sexual abuse, including sharing intimate images without consent
• Other forms of sexual behaviour that feel unwanted, unsafe, or controlling

It is important to know that sexual violence is never the survivor’s fault, no matter the circumstances.

Speak to us

Our specialist team provides confidential, non-judgmental support. You decide what to share and when.

Understand your options

We can provide information about the different types of support available, including emotional support, advocacy, and practical guidance, so you can make informed choices.

Support someone else

If you are concerned about someone you know, there is lots of information in our resources section to help guide you in supporting them in the best way- offering choices here is important.

Take your time

There is no right or wrong way to feel after experiencing or witnessing sexual violence. If you are not ready to reach out yet, our information pages are here whenever you need them.

We are not a crisis service. If you are in immediate danger or need urgent support, contact emergency services (999 in the UK) or reach out to your local Sexual Assault Referral Centre:

Cheshire: St Mary’s Sexual Assault Referral Centre 0161 276 6515
Merseyside: Safe Place 0151 295 3550

RASASC Cheshire & Merseyside helpline – 0330 363 0063

If you live in Cheshire, St Helens or Knowsley, you can call our helpline for support.

Our trained staff are here to help Monday – Friday 9am until 4pm.

(We are closed on bank holidays)

24/7 Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Line – 0808 500 2222

Rape Crisis England and Wales provide a national 24/7 helpline.

No matter when or where it happened, you can reach out for support – at any time of the day or night.

Please note that this service is for people aged 16+ only.

Mental Health Support

If you are struggling with your mental health, please contact your local GP or the NHS on 111 for urgent care, or for emergencies contact the NHS on 999.

‘Mind‘ provide a 24/7 support line to talk about your mental health on 0300 102 1234.

‘Samaritans‘ provide 24/7 support for mental health and suicide thoughts on 116 123.