Children
Listed below are services available in Somerset, 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?
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
Somerset Direct (Somerset Children and Young People’s Services, Referral Team): 0845 3459122
Somerset Out of Hours Emergency Duty Team: 0845 3459122
Additional risks
- FGM
- Forced marriage
- Trafficking