Townsville Sexual Assault Support Service
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Sexual Assault Response Team
A 24 hr free and confidential support service to support you after sexual assault. The Sexual Assault Response Team comprises workers from the Specialist Sexual Assault Support Service, Detectives from the Child Abuse and Sexual Crimes Unit, Nurse examiners from the Clinical Forensic Medicine Unit, Allied Health staff from The Townsville Hospital.
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A crisis and ongoing counselling service for those who have been impacted by or experienced sexual assault.
Counselling is free and confidential.
Women can also access support through attending therapeutic group programs which are offered throughout the year.
Information and education sessions can be provided to professional and community groups.