VICTIM ADVOCACY

An advocate provides support to the child and family, such as counseling, linking them to community resources, and accompanying them to appointments related to the incident. This support lasts through the entire process – from initial disclosure through investigation and beyond. 

Advocacy Services in the SCCAC

Statewide Sexual Assault Crisis serving our catchment area 
Rape Crisis Center of Milford – Provides coverage for the Ansonia/Milford Judicial District.
70 West River Street, Milford, CT, 203-874-8712
24/7 Crisis Hotline (free and confidential) – 203-878-1212
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Women and Families Center – Provides coverage for the New Haven and Middlesex Judicial District.    
142 Temple Street Suite 206, New Haven, CT 06510, 203-235-9297
169 Colony Street, Meriden CT 06451, 203-235-9297
100 Riverview Center Suite 308, Middletown, CT 06457, 203-235-9297
705 Boston Post Road Suite 3C Guilford, CT 06437, 203-235-9297
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Local Advocacy Services serving our catchment area

Project CATCH (Collaboration, Advocacy, and Treatment for Children) – An advocacy service provided by Clifford Beers Clinic that offers support to families recovering from various forms of violence, including sexual abuse, domestic violence, bullying, sex trafficking, teen dating violence, and community violence. 
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Statewide Sexual Assault Crisis Hotline – 24-hour toll free and confidential Sexual Assault Crisis Hotline.
888-999-5545 (English)
888-568-8332 (Espanol)