Services in North Yorkshire and York to support women and girls
On this page
- IDAS – Charlotte’s story – Charlotte was a victim of a domestic violent relationship and needed help
- Independent Sexual Violence Advisor Service
- Sexual Assault Referral Centre
- Survive – Rebuilding lives after sexual violence
- Independent Domestic Violence Advisor Service
- Women’s Centre
- Crossroads Diversion Scheme
If you have been a victim of crime and need help to cope and recover, contact:
Supporting Victims
- Call:01609 643 100
- Visit: www.supportingvictims.org
IDAS – Charlotte’s story – Charlotte was a victim of a domestic violent relationship and needed help
Charlotte talks about her experience and how IDAS helped her to cope and recover.
Independent Sexual Violence Advisor Service
Find out how the Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (ISVA) service, provided by IDAS – (Independent Domestic Abuse Services) supports women and girls in North Yorkshire & York.
IDAS Safe lives, free from abuse and violence
IDAS is the largest specialist charity in the North supporting people affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence.
- Website: https://idas.org.uk/
- Email: [email protected]
- Call: 03000 110 110
Sexual Assault Referral Centre
Sexual Assault Referral Centre – We listen. We hear.
The Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) services are delivered by Mountain Healthcare Ltd who provide crisis support and forensic medical services to collect any evidence for all victims of rape or sexual assault aged 16 years and over. Support is available for all genders and regardless of sexual orientation. The services offer:
- Immediate triage, advice and support
- Specialist 1 to 1 Crisis Support
- Forensic Medical Examination if appropriate to collect any forensic evidence
- Onward referrals and/or liaison with other agencies and support services as appropriate.
The services are available 24/7 including Bank Holidays, however examinations are usually booked for daytime weekday hours (9-5) wherever possible. Referrals can be made by police officers and other professionals working with victims as well as self-referrals, and support is available whether individuals want to make a formal report to the police or not:
- Phone: 0330 223 0099 (available 24/7/365)
- Online: www.acerhousesarc.co.uk
- Find out more about the SARC at Acer House and take a virtual tour.
Survive – Rebuilding lives after sexual violence
Survive will listen to you.
It’s tough to talk about sexual trauma.
As a survivor, you can start your journey now to manage your trauma.
Survive offers you appointments either face to face, online or on the telephone.
- Website: https://www.survive-northyorks.org.uk/
- Email: [email protected]
- Call: 01904 638 813
Independent Domestic Violence Advisor Service
IDAS Safe lives, free from abuse and violence
IDAS is the largest specialist charity in the North supporting people affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence.
- Website: https://idas.org.uk/
- Email: [email protected]
- Call: 03000 110 110
Women’s Centre
The Women’s Centre supports all women in a safe, woman only environment.
If you have been a victim of crime and need help to cope and recover, contact:
Supporting Victims
- Call:01609 643 100
- Visit: www.supportingvictims.org
- You can also call the Women’s Centre on 07812 663 061
Crossroads Diversion Scheme
The Crossroads Diversion Scheme offers a trauma-informed scheme intended to address underlying causes of offending, by offering support to individuals that are at risk of entering the criminal justice system or those who may already be involved with the criminal justice system.
- Website: https://humankindcharity.org.uk/service/crossroads-adult-diversion-scheme/
- Call: 07939 209 087
- Email: [email protected]