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Rape Crisis Center/Victim Services

Rape Crisis Center Victim Services

WE SUPPORT SURVIVORS

You are not alone, and seeking help from For All Seasons' Rape Crisis Center is a courageous step toward healing after a traumatic experience. Our compassionate advocacy team offers immediate emotional support, access to short or long-term therapy, and resources tailored to your individual needs. We believe you, and we are here to listen. Your health and wellness are our priority, and we stand ready to support you in the process of reclaiming a sense of control and well-being.

For All Seasons is the only Rape Crisis Center serving Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne’s, and Talbot counties, representing the five Mid-Shore counties' population of nearly 200,000 women, children, and men. The Rape Crisis Center (RCC) Team works 24 hours a day to ensure that victims have access to caring and knowledgeable support in their time of crisis. Thanks to the support of grants from the Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention, Youth, and Victim Services, RCC services are always free.

Our RCC advocates serve as a powerful first line of care after someone experiences trauma. They provide comprehensive, free, and confidential services to victims of crime, including those who have experienced sexual assault, abuse, rape, or trauma. Our advocates approach all survivors by believing them, advocating for their rights and needs, and empowering them to make their own decisions.

When a survivor needs our help – at any time of day or night – our victim advocates are there. They offer resources, meet survivors at the hospital, and advocate for those in crisis during court and police accompaniments. If a survivor needs additional help, For All Seasons will provide ongoing therapy and/or information and referrals to other social services, legal services, and available support groups.

 Our team provides:

24-Hour Crisis Hotlines (voice/text in English/Spanish)

Crisis Appointments & Ongoing Mental Health Services

Hospital, Law Enforcement, & Court Accompaniment

Support through Sexual Assault Forensic Exams

Victim Impact Statement Preparation

Emergency Shelter and Support Services Referrals :

(housing, medical, Sexual Assault Legal Institute, protection assistance, post-trial support, employment, child support, and more)

As a proud member of Maryland Coalition Against Sexual Assault (MCASA), For All Seasons is part of a statewide network of 17 rape crisis centers across the state. For All Seasons is grateful for the comprehensive support of the Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention, Youth and Victim Services (GOCPYVS).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What if I am not sure if my sexual encounter was an assault?

You may call the RCC hotline 24/7 if you have any concerns about your experience. The experienced For All Seasons’ staff is here to listen and help you to access additional help if needed.

Who does For All Seasons serve?

Sexual Assault happens regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, socio-economic status, or sexual identity. For All Seasons Rape Crisis Center serves anyone that has encountered any form of sexual assault, harrassment or abuse.

Does For All Seasons serve the perpetrator of the crime?

For All Seasons does not offer these services, however, the staff can refer the perpetrator to another organization or group for support.

Does For All Seasons serve the family of the person who has been raped or assaulted?

For All Seasons will provide support for the survivor and those close to the survivor.

Will my phone call be reported to law enforcement or kept confidential?

It is your choice to report the crime to the police. For All Seasons staff provides support and confidentiality.  If you choose to report the crime, staff is available to accompany you to medical, police, and court appointments.

What should I do if I am assaulted?

If you experience an assault, you have options including calling the RCC hotline, going to the hospital, or calling the police. Several hospitals on the Mid Shore provide care through certified sexual assault nurse examiners – Easton Memorial Hospital, U. of M. Shore Emergency Center at Queenstown, Dorchester General Hospital in Cambridge, U. of M. Shore Medical Center at Chestertown. It is advised that you do not change clothing or shower after an assault and prior to the hospital visit. As of 2020 in Maryland, SAFEs (Sexual Assault Forensic Examinations) are offered to victims of sexual assault free of charge for up to 15 days after the sexual assault. Even if a survivor does not receive a SAFE immediately following the assault, they still have time to do so. The decision to report the crime is the survivor’s choice. The For All Seasons RCC Advocates will accompany you to the hospital or police station as requested. You will be informed of all your options and wrapped with support. Your advocate will also provide you with a comfort kit that includes a travel bag, basic clothing, footwear, and undergarments, personal hygiene items, a journal, and other items to return dignity and comfort. 

Are there other services and how long does it take to get an appointment?

For All Seasons offers many services to help you move forward.  Crisis appointments are available onsite as soon as 24 hours after the incident.  Long- term counseling is available with a licensed clinicians to provide continued support for wellness and self-care,

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