Rape and sexual abuse victims/survivors
- Immediate help
- Counselling and support
CLFS provides a range of support services for anyone affected by sexual harm. We support those who are self referred, referred by Police and medical sexual assault specialists. Services provided include:
- Crisis telephone support for those impacted by sexual harm Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
- Telephone and face-to-face support for those impacted by current and/or historic sexual abuse/assault.
- Support through the medical examination process, Police statements and interviews, and court hearings/trials.
- Information and resources to clients, their friends and family.
- Referrals to ACC Sensitive Claims counsellors and other health professionals where appropriate, including in other regions/countries to ensure continuity of care if clients move out of our area.
- We can liaise with anyone the client wishes us to liaise with to assist their recovery, e.g., mental health services, WINZ, employers, family members, friends, Police and ACC.