Children
Listed below are services available in Dorset, for children who have survived recent or non-recent rape, sexual assault, grooming or sexual exploitation.
Which service is right for the victim/survivor at this time?
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
Bournemouth –01202 458101
Dorset – 01202 228866
Poole – 01202 735046
Additional risks
- FGM
- Forced marriage
- Trafficking
For a safe medical examination to collect evidence which can be stored until they decide if they want to report to the police, and for crisis support.
The Shores
(SARC – Sexual Assault Referral Centre) (01202) 552056