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Crest Specialist Centre - Sexual Assault and Treatment Service (SAATS)
Public Service, Sexual Abuse Medicine, Sexual Harm
Today
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Description
Specialist medical services provided by forensically trained doctors and nurses to assist those who have been sexually abused or assaulted, recently or in the past.
Age: All ages and genders
Region: MidCentral and Whanganui greater Health regions
Description:
MidCentral SAATS provide Sexual Assault and Treatment Services through Crest Hospital Specialist Centre to the MidCentral and Whanganui regions.
This service addresses the acute and non-acute medical (including injury), psychological and forensic requirements of sexual abuse victims.
How to Access:
In an emergency dial 111.
Referrals may come through ARCS Manawatu, other Crisis Providers, Police, GPs, or victims may self refer.
For acute and non-acute cases during daytime hours, call (06) 953 2498.
For acute cases after hours, call the Police or Safe To Talk on 0800 044 334 (Text 4334) and they will refer you to us.
Ages
Child / Tamariki, Youth / Rangatahi, Adult / Pakeke
How do I access this service?
Contact us, Referral, Anyone can access
Fees and Charges Description
No fees apply.
Hours
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
| Mon – Fri | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
|---|
We can take referrals at any time from Police and support agencies (ARCs and Safe and Free) and during business hours for all other referrals.
Services Provided
Specialist medical examinations for people who have experienced a sexual assault
Specialist medical examinations for people who have experienced a sexual assault
Specialist medical examinations for people who have experienced a sexual assault
Region
MidCentral
Contact Details
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
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Phone
(06) 953 2498
Email
Website
21 Carroll Street
Palmerston North
Manawatu-Wanganui 4410
Street Address
21 Carroll Street
Palmerston North
Manawatu-Wanganui 4410
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This page was last updated at 11:30AM on June 17, 2025. This information is reviewed and edited by Crest Specialist Centre - Sexual Assault and Treatment Service (SAATS).