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.