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Get urgent help...
Remember it's Not Your Fault
Go to a place that feels safe. If you can, reach out to a trusted friend.
You could ask them to watch this video so they understand how to best support you. If it’s just happened, be aware you might still be in shock, so
keep warm.
If Your Need Urgent Medical Attention
Call 999 and ask for an ambulance to take you straight to your nearest Accident & Emergency Department.
CONSIDER VISITING A SEXUAL ASSAULT REFERRAL CENTRE
A SARC (Sexual Assault Referral Centre) is somewhere where you can have a forensic medical examination, as well as tests for sexually transmitted infections and pregnancy. The SARC should not pressure you into reporting to the police and they can store the results of the forensic examination (or evidence) until you make up your mind whether to report to the police or not. If you’re considering going to the police, this video may help you make an informed decision.
SARCs have specially trained professionals who can give you medical help and advice. They can also help and support you through your immediate trauma.
You can find your nearest SARC by calling the NHS 111 non-emergency service, speaking to your GP or the Accident & Emergency (A&E) department of your local hospital, or by visiting the NHS Choices website.
FURTHER SUPPORT & RESOURCES
Built by someone who has been there
Emily Jacob founded ReConnected Life after her own experience of sexual trauma - and after years of working within complex institutions that were not built to support survivors well.
She is a certified trauma recovery coach and Master NLP practitioner. She is also autistic, queer, and lives with MS.
Her work is calm, structured, and grounded in both lived experience and systems expertise. She does not sensationalise. She does not perform empathy. She builds pathways.
