Children

Listed below are services available in South Gloucestershire, for children who have survived recent or non-recent rape, sexual assault, grooming or sexual exploitation.
Which service feels right for the victim/survivor at this time?

Crisis Support / Information

Ongoing Support & Advocacy

Family Support

Specialist Helplines

Counselling

Police or social services must be informed!
Do you need to consider the following immediately? Do you have a safeguarding policy you need to follow?

Police

Immediate danger call 999

Reporting and advice: Public Protection Unit call 101

The police will organise appropriate medical examinations with a paediatrician.

Safeguarding

Referral

South Gloucestershire Children’s Services, First Point: 01454 866000

Additional risks

  • FGM
  • Forced marriage
  • Trafficking

The police will organise appropriate medical examinations so children can be seen by a specialist paediatrician

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