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Rape Defined:
Sexual assault is any unwanted sexual contact or sexual attention
committed by force, threats, bribes, manipulation, pressure, tricks or
violence. It includes rape and attempted rape, child molestation, incest
and sexual harassment. Sexual assault is a terrifying and often brutal
crime: assailants can be stranger, acquaintance, friends or family
members. A rape occurs every six minutes in the U.S., according to FBI
research. Rape is a crime of violence, anger and power. It is not
motivated by sexual desire. Rapists use sexual violence as a weapon to
control, humiliate and hurt their victims. |
What do I do next ?
REACH is dedicated to providing the answers and support you
need. We can help you navigate through the judicial system and begin the
healing process. Call our main crisis line at 828-837-8064.
The Domestic
Violence and Sexual Assault service component includes the following services to
the community, battered women and their children and survivors of sexual
assault. |
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24 hour crisis line
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Battered Women’s Support Group
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Medical and Legal Advocacy
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Hospital, Court & DSS Accompaniment
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Information and Referral
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Temporary Shelter
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Community Education
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Date Rape and Dating Violence Prevention Programs
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Good Touch/Bad Touch Programs
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Sexual Assault Support Group
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