Community Outreach
Sexual Abuse and Assault
If you or someone you know has been a victim of sexual abuse or assault, it can be a very difficult and painful experience to navigate. It is important to know that you are not alone, and that there are resources available to help you through this challenging time.
There are many local and national help groups that provide 24/7 support and resources for survivors of sexual abuse and assault. These organizations can help connect you with experienced professionals who are trained to provide compassionate care and support.
The local help groups listed below offer a range of services, including crisis intervention, counseling, advocacy, and support groups. There are also national help groups available for survivors of sexual abuse and assault that offer a variety of resources, including hotlines, online chat support, and educational materials.
Remember, healing is a journey, and it is okay to seek help and support along the way. You are not alone, and there are people and organizations who care and want to help you heal and move forward. Reach out to these organizations, or to a trusted friend or family member, and take the first step towards healing and recovery.
Local Help Groups
The following organizations offer a range of services, including crisis intervention, counseling, advocacy, and support groups. Many of these services are confidential and free of charge. Survivors of sexual abuse and assault are encouraged to reach out to these organizations for help and support.
Houston Area Women’s Center: Provides crisis intervention, advocacy, and support services to survivors of domestic and sexual violence in the greater Houston area. The 24/7 hotline number is (713) 528-7273. Visit website 
The Montrose Center: Offers counseling, advocacy, and support services to survivors of domestic and sexual violence in the Houston area. The 24/7 hotline number is (713) 529-3211. Visit website
The Bridge Over Troubled Waters: Provides comprehensive services to survivors of domestic and sexual violence in the east Houston and surrounding areas. The 24/7 hotline number is (713) 473-2801. Visit website
Fort Bend Women’s Center: Offers crisis intervention, counseling, and support services to survivors of domestic and sexual violence in Fort Bend County. The 24/7 hotline number is (281) 342-4357. Visit website
Bay Area Women’s Center: Offers crisis intervention, counseling, and support services to survivors of domestic and sexual violence in Galveston County. The 24/7 hotline number is (281) 284-8255. View website
The Crisis Center of Matagorda and Wharton Counties: Provides crisis intervention, advocacy, and support services to survivors of domestic and sexual violence in Matagorda and Wharton Counties. The 24/7 hotline number is (979) 245-9109. View website
The Women’s Center of Brazoria County: Offers counseling, advocacy, and support services to survivors of domestic and sexual violence in Brazoria County. The 24/7 hotline number is (979) 849-9553. View website
The Women’s Center of East Texas: Provides comprehensive services to survivors of domestic and sexual violence in the Lufkin and Nacogdoches areas. The 24/7 hotline number is (936) 639-1681. View website
The Family Services of Greater Houston: Offers counseling, advocacy, and support services to survivors of domestic and sexual violence in the greater Houston area. The 24/7 hotline number is (713) 861-4849. View website
National Help Groups
RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) – Provides information, resources, and support for survivors of sexual assault and their loved ones. Visit website
- 24/7 National Sexual Assault Hotline – (800) 656-4673
- Chat Now – http://online.rainn.org
The National Alliance to End Sexual Violence – Provides resources and advocacy for survivors of sexual violence. Visit website
The Voices and Faces Project – Provides storytelling and advocacy programs for survivors of sexual assault and abuse. Visit website
National Sexual Violence Resource Center – Provides research & tools to advocates working on the frontlines to end sexual harassment, assault, and abuse with the understanding that ending sexual violence also means ending racism, sexism, and all forms of oppression. Visit website
Resources for Survivors
Helping Survivors of Sexual Abuse & Assault
What Consent Looks Like – Valuable resource for understanding what consent really means, how it can be communicated, and why it is crucial to have enthusiastic and ongoing consent in all encounters. Visit website
