Survivor Resources & Support Groups
If you have experienced sexual abuse, whether you identify as a victim, survivor, or someone working through the trauma, it’s important to know that you are not alone. It’s not your fault, and there is support available both nationally and in the state of Washington to help you on your journey to recovery.
For those who are looking for resources on how to support a survivor, many of the resources listed below offer information on how to do that.
Sex Abuse Survivor Resources in Washington
Alternative to Violence of the Palouse
Pullman, WA 99163
http://www.atvp.org
509-332-4357 (Hotline)
Alternatives to Violence of the Palouse empowers individuals affected by domestic violence, sexual assault and abuse, and stalking by creating a safe and equitable community through education and prevention.
ATVP’s services are free of charge and without discrimination. They provide 24-hour crisis intervention, emergency shelter, legal and medical advocacy, support groups, information and referral, and community education.
Aspen Victim Advocacy Services
http://www.comphc.org/services/aspen/
| Yakima, WA 98902 | Ellensburg, WA 98926 |
| 509-452-9675 (Hotline) | 509-925-9384 (Hotline) |
Comprehensive Healthcare’s Aspen Victim Advocacy Services provides services and assistance to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and other crimes against people in Ellensburg, Yakima. and Kittitas County. All services provided are safe and confidential, including crisis intervention, safety planning, assistance accessing community resources, and legal and medical advocacy.
Beyond Survival
Aberdeen, WA 98520
http://www.ghbeyondsurvival.com
360-533-9751 (Hotline)
Beyond Survival supports all people impacted by sexual abuse with a 24-hour crisis line that provides immediate assistance, information, and emotional support. Their advocates help with confidential crisis intervention and advocacy through medical and legal procedures.
Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services
Bellingham, WA 98225
http://www.dvsas.org
360-715-1563 (Hotline)
DVSAS’s mission is to support individuals affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, and sexual exploitation and to lead the community towards ending these abuses of power.
Dove House Advocacy Services
Port Townsend, WA 98368
http://www.dovehousejc.org
360-385-5291 (Hotline)
Dove House Advocacy Services’s mission is to empower victims of crime and abuse in Jefferson County through education, advocacy, and crisis intervention.
Family Crisis Network
Newport, WA 99156
http://www.pofcn.org/
509-447-5483 (Hotline)
Family Crisis Network has advocates ready to help you get through this traumatic time. Sexual assault can happen to anyone, male, female, young, or old. No matter when, where, or how it happened, they can be there for you at any time and at any step of the reporting and healing process.
Harborview Abuse & Trauma Center
Seattle, WA 98122
http://www.hcsats.org
206-744-1600 (Hotline)
Harborview Abuse & Trauma Center is dedicated to preventing and treating the negative effects of traumatic experiences on survivors, families, and communities. HATC offers efficient, personalized, culturally inclusive, and empathetic support and care, while also leading the community through prevention, education, and advocacy.
Hope Alliance
Centralia, WA 98531
https://hopealliancelc.org/
360-748-6601 (Hotline)
Hope Alliance (formerly The Human Response Network) works with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Their crisis line is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our services are free. Tenemos Defensores que hablan Español.
King County Sexual Assault Resource Center
Renton, WA 98057
http://www.kcsarc.org/
888-998-6423 (Hotline)
King County Sexual Assault Resource Center provides resources for both survivors and those who want to support a friend or a loved one. They offer 24/7 support and information to empower you to take the next step.
New Hope DV & SA Service & Crime Victims
Moses Lake, WA 98837
https://newhopewa.org/
888-560-6027 (Hotline)
New Hope’s mission is to restore justice and provide help to survivors, while also uniting communities to create a safer world through building strong allies.
Providence Intervention Center for Assault
Everett, WA 98201
https://www.providence.org/locations/wa/intervention-center-for-assault-and-abuse-everett/
425-252-4800 (Hotline)
The Providence Intervention Center for Assault and Abuse has a dedicated team of advocates, forensic nurses, nurse practitioners, therapists, and social workers who provide a variety of services to people affected by sexual, physical, and/or relationship violence. These services include advocacy, forensic medical exams, therapy, and a 24-hour helpline.
Rebuilding Hope! Sexual Assault Center
Tacoma, WA 98421
https://rebuildinghope.org/
253-474-7273 (Hotline)
Rebuilding Hope’s mission is to provide support, promote healing, and end sexual violence by offering advocacy, therapy services, and prevention education.
Rural Resources Victim Services
Colville, WA 99114
https://ruralresources.org/program/victims-of-crime/
844-509-7233 (Hotline)
Rural Resources Victim Services offers legal advocacy, emergency financial assistance, safety measures and planning, and many other services for victims & survivors of all crimes, including sexual assault.
SafePlace
Olympia, WA 98507
http://safeplaceolympia.org
360-754-6300 (Hotline)
SafePlace strives to stop sexual and domestic violence and advocate for personal and societal change through crisis intervention and education. They offer many services for survivors, including a 24-hour helpline, emergency shelter, legal help, housing programs, support groups, and more.
Safe San Juans
San Juan Island | Orcas Island | Lopez Island |
570A Guard St Friday Harbor, WA 98250 | The Airport Center 1286 Mt Baker Rd Suite B104 Eastsound, WA 98245 | 262 Weeks Rd, C Lopez Island, WA 98261 |
| 24/7 Crisis Line: (360) 378-2345 | 24/7 Crisis Line: (360) 376-1234 | 24/7 Crisis Line: (360) 468-4567 |
Safe San Juans aims to provide immediate and confidential support to survivors and secondary victims of domestic violence (DV) and sexual assault/abuse (SA). They also provide short and long-term supportive services to survivors and secondary victims of DV/SA living in or visiting San Juan County.
Sage
Wenatchee, WA 98801
https://www.sageadvocacycenter.org/
509-663-7446 (Hotline)
Sage Advocacy Centers provide services for adults and children in Chelan and Douglas Counties impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault and other crimes. Violence doesn’t Anyone can find themselves a survivor of violence regardless of race, gender or socioeconomic status. We offer advocacy and support for all.
Sexual Assault & Family Trauma and Response Center
Spokane, WA 99201
https://lcsnw.org/office/spokane/
509-624-7273 (Hotline)
Lutheran Community Services Northwest’s Sexual Assault & Family Trauma and Response Center prodives a number of services for survivors, including refugee foster care, behavioral health services, and victim advocacy & education.
Support, Advocacy & Resource Center
Richland, WA 99352
http://supportadvocacyresourcecenter.org/index.html
509-374-5391 (Hotline)
Support, Advocacy & Resource Center (SARC) provides trauma-informed crisis services, support, and advocacy to victims/survivors, non-offending family members, and others impacted by crime. SARC is a Community Sexual Assault Program (CSAP) accredited by the Office of Crime Victim’s Advocacy, which is a Washington State agency. Additionally, SARC is an accredited Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC) by the National Children’s Alliance.
Turning Point Survivor Advocacy Center
Shelton, WA 98584
http://www.turningpointe.org
360-426-1212 (Hotline)
Turning Pointe Survivor Advocacy Center operates one of the largest domestic violence in the state, providing shelter and services for victims of domestic violence (DV) including women, children, men and family pets since 2000.
YWCA Clark Co. Sexual Assault Program
Vancouver, WA 98663
http://www.ywcaclarkcounty.org/about
360-695-0501 (Hotline)
The YWCA’s Sexual Assault Programs in Clark County provide 24/7 legal, medical, and advocacy services to survivors of sexual assault, their families, and friends. They also offer counseling, support groups, education opportunities, and community outreach.
YWCA Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Center
Walla Walla, WA 99362
http://www.ywcaww.org/services/
509-529-9922 (Hotline)
The YWCA Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Resource Center provides a range of services to help women and children recover from violence, including counseling, support groups, legal and medical advocacy, and shelter services. The center’s advocates offer bilingual and bicultural support to ensure that everyone receives the help they need to start rebuilding their lives.
Nationwide Resources
1in6
1in6.org is a website for men who have experienced sexual abuse or assault. It offers stories, resources, and a helpline to help men heal and find community.
Adult Survivors of Child Abuse
ASCA is an international program that offers meetings, materials, and resources for adult survivors of child abuse. Learn about the program, find a group, read testimonials, and watch videos from co-founders and experts.
Stop It Now!
A non-profit organization that has introduced a groundbreaking public health approach to child sexual abuse prevention.
National Association of Adult Survivors of Child Abuse
NAASCA offers public education, talk radio, and many other services. They also maintain a list of state resources.
Stop the Silence
https://www.ivatcenters.org/stop-the-silence/
We provide help and resources through comprehensive programming with awareness, education/outreach, training, and policy development and reform.
Help for Adult Victims of Child Abuse
HAVOCA was established in 2001 to provide support and direction to any adult who has experienced child abuse. This experience may be first hand, or as a loved one of a survivor, or as a support worker for the victims of child abuse. The HAVOCA resource provides a wealth of information online and at the same time allows people to connect through The HAVOCA Survivor Forums. In doing so HAVOCA provides direction and friendship to survivors worldwide.
Enough Abuse Campaign
We are a growing movement of concerned citizens, survivors, parents, school and youthserving professionals, and others working to ensure the right of every child to a childhood free from the devastating and often lifelong consequences of child sexual abuse.
Wings Foundation
Wings supports adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse to transcend trauma and lead their fullest, healthiest lives.
Online Forums & Support Groups
isurvive.org
Facilitates survivors sharing their stories and participating in ongoing discussions.
MaleSurvivor
Forums, support groups, and more. MaleSurvivor is a 501(c)(3), non-profit, public benefit organization committed to preventing, healing, and eliminating all forms of sexual victimization of boys and men through support, treatment, research, education, advocacy, and activism.
