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.