SEXUAL ASSAULT SERVICES HOTLINE
We're Here for Sexual Assault Survivors.
Call 727-530-7273 Anytime.
Day or Night.
This is a Program of Suncoast Center in partnership with First Contact.
Sexual Assualt Hotline FAQ
What happens when I call the hotline?
First Contact provides a caring ear for survivors, their families, and friends. If you are a sexual assault survivor, do not keep the crime private. Tell someone - call, seek help, or talk with a family or friend. The hotline is available to current and previous survivors of sexual violence.
Is First Contact trained to answer the hotline?
First Contact Specialists are certified by the Florida Council Against Sexual Violence and are trained according to the Florida Council Against Sexual Violence Advocacy Core Training (ACT) and utilize the RIDES model (Relationship Building, Identifying the Problem/Need, Dealing with Feelings and Exploring Options, and Safety) for sexual assault crisis intervention.
