Resources for Sexual Assault and Abuse Victims in California
According to the California Department of Justice, sexual assault and abuse crimes were the third most reported violent felonies in 2015. After a sexual abuse incidence, even the strongest of us would find it difficult to get their life back on track. In such instances the emotional pain supersedes the physical pain making life even more difficult for the affected individual.
If you have experienced a sexual abuse incidence in California, contact Johnson Attorneys Group at 1-800-208-3538 to request a free case review.
Resources for Sexual Assault and Abuse Victims
If you are a victim of sexual abuse these organizations could help;
California Coalition Against Sexual Assault (CALCASA)
CALCASA, was founded in 1980 as an advocacy organization against sexual abuse. Within California, the organization advocates for prevention activities and offers technical assistance to prevention practitioners in building effective prevention measures. CALCASA can be reached at 916.446.2520.
Rape Treatment Center
The center is based in Santa Monica and offers state of the art treatment for adult and child sexual assault victims. Other services include emergency medical care, crisis intervention, and therapy. The center also provides information about victim’s rights. Visit RTC’s website for more information.
Center Against Sexual Assault of Southwest Riverside County (CASA)
The center is dedicated to promoting healthy, and safe relationships by empowering individuals affected by sexual abuse. The center offers free therapy to victims and their survivors. Contact the center at 866.373.8300 for more information.
East of Los Angeles Women Center
The East Los Angeles Center has trained and certified professionals who support victims in the following ways; counseling services, accompaniment services to local health centers, support services for family and friends of survivors. Their sexual assault hotline is 800.585.6231.
Women resource center (WRC)
The Women’s Resource Centre offers support to services, shelter, education, and counseling to sexual assault victims in San Diego County. The center is located at 1963 Apple St. Oceanside, CA 92054. Contact them at 760.757.3500 for emergency help services.
Riverside Area Rape Crisis Centre
Founded in 1973, the organization offers free of charge services to rape and sexual assault survivors. Among the services offered include, rape prevention education, in-person counseling, hospital accompaniment and self-defense classes for women and children. Contact RARCC today at (866) 686-7273.
Shield Women’s Self-Defense
SHIELD Women’s defense system was founded in 2003; its founder was aggravated by a sexual assault incident on a friend before deciding to start the training program. The organization empowers women and girls by training them how to fight back during assault situations. Sexual assault victims can get in touch with the organization to train on basic defense tactics in case of future assaults. Visit their website for more information and enrollment details.
Sexual Assault and Abuse Lawyer in California
Looking for an experienced sexual assault and abuse lawyer in California? Contact Johnson Attorneys Group for a free case evaluation and effective representation. We offer our services in both English and Spanish, which enhances our flexibility enabling us to help more sexual assault victims in California. Further, we do not collect any legal fee unless we have settled your case. Our approach towards each case is personal as we understand the unique nature of each case. Let us represent you, call us today or visit any of our 12 convenient locations in the state.