A special monthly episode of Ask Ava where we answer 3 questions from teens and young adults this month: -"If something isn't about sex, why is it considered sexual harassment?" - specifically gay slurs and asking someone out over and...
Topic: Survivor Services
Sexual Violence and Stalking video – from SPARC
A video about the connection between these two topics, which can assist service providers and legal professionals. From Stalking Prevention, Awareness & Resource Center (SPARC).
A Trauma-Informed Approach to Intake and Family Advocacy
An article describing what to expect during the intake process at Safe+Sound and our family advocacy program.
What Happens When I Need Legal Help for Domestic or Sexual Violence?
Safe+Sound blog post about reaching out for legal help through our organization. How to contact us, what to expect when you speak with an advocate, and additional basic information about restraining orders.
¿Qué sucede cuando me comunico con la línea de ayuda 24/7 de llamadas o mensajes de texto de Safe+Sound Somerset?
Guide for what to expect when calling a domestic and sexual violence helpline.
What Happens When I Contact Safe+Sound Somerset’s 24/7 Call or Text Helpline?
Guide for what to expect when calling a domestic and sexual violence helpline.
“Healing with PTSD is not Linear”
An article with information on Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) after sexual violence, and resources for those showing symptoms. From RAINN (Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network/National Sexual Assault Helpline)
Equipo de Respuesta a la Agresión Sexual (SART)
Card describing how SART supports survivors age 13+, within 5 days after a sexual assault. See the English version here: https://safe-sound.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/SART-Rack-Card.pdf
Card – Sexual Assault Response Team (SART)
Card describing how SART supports survivors age 13+, within 5 days after a sexual assault. See the Spanish version here: https://safe-sound.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/SART-Rack-Card-Spanish.pdf
Video: “Dear Ava, What can teens expect when visiting the hospital after a sexual assault?”
Video version of special Ask Ava podcast episode, geared towards teens and those who care about teens. In this episode, our youth volunteer Ella interviews Melissa Inzitari, Forensic Nurse Examiner and Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) Coordinator for Somerset County,...