SARSAS – Somerset and Avon Rape and Sexual Abuse Support What is SARSAS?SARSAS is part of the Survivor Pathway: a guide for anyone wanting to know more about specialist sexual violence services in Bristol, Bath & NE Somerset (BANES), North Somerset, Somerset and South Gloucestershire. The pathways are easy to use, just click through your area, age group and find a relevant service.SARSAS are a specialist support service for people who have experienced any form of sexual violence, at any point in their lives. You can view and download our SARSAS Poster and SARSAS Leaflet for more information.What is Sexual Violence?This includes: rape, sexual assault, sexual abuse, incest, sexual domestic violence, trafficking and sexual exploitation, female genital mutilation, ritual abuse, forced marriage, crimes in the name of honour, sexual intimidation, coercion or harassment, whether physical or verbal.How can SARSAS Help Me?We offer a confidential helpline, regular support sessions, counselling, and email support to individuals.We can also offer training and advice to professionals.We support the friends and family of people affected by sexual violence.Freephone HelplineOur two helplines have been combined. Anyone can call either line at anytime.0808 801 04560808 801 0464Mon and Fri: 11am – 2pm,Tue, Wed and Thu: 6pm – 8pmThese lines are open to all. Girls, boys, women and men can call either of our two helplines. Trans and non-binary callers are welcome.Email SupportOur confidential e-support is open 24/7 and we seek to respond within a working day. If you would like support via email get in touch:support@sarsas.org.ukOnline ChatOur online chat is open:Tuesday and Thursday: 12pm – 2pm We're sorry but <%= htmlWebpackPlugin.options.title %> doesn't work properly without JavaScript enabled. Please enable it to continue.
