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If you have been sexually assaulted:
- Are you safe?
Your safety and well-being are the highest priority. If you are unsure where to go or you do not feel safe where you are now, please consider calling Sexual Assault Support Services (SASS) to discuss possible options of shelter and a safe space for yourself.
Phone: (541) 343-SASS
or 1-800-788-4727
- Strongly consider seeking medical care.
You may need medical evaluation for possible injuries. The University Health Center and the three local hospitals can provide treatment for possible exposure to sexually transmitted infections, as well as emergency contraception. Trained Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE) may be available to speak with you about all of the medical options.
If you would like evidence collected, it is important to try not bathe, shower, brush your teeth, drink, or even use the restroom.
All these things destroy physical evidence that may be helpful in a criminal investigation.
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANEs) are specially trained nurses that provide care for survivors of sexual assault.
SANEs can:
- Do a complete or partial physical exam
- Collect evidence which can be stored (if the survivor chooses to report to law enforcement at a later date)
- Provide treatment for STIs and other medical issues
- Provide emergency contraception. This should be taken as soon as possible, but has some efficacy for 120 hours (5 days) after the assault.
- Order testing for “date rape drugs”. This must be done as soon as possible.
University Health Center: (541) 346-2770. The University Health Center is unavailable in the evenings and on the weekends. Survivors should consider the hospitals rather than waiting.
Sacred Heart Medical Center at Riverbend: (541) 222-7300. 3333 RiverBend Drive, Springfield, OR 97477.
McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center: (541) 726-4400. 1460 G Street, Springfield, OR 97477
- You may contact the Office of the Dean of Students.
The Office of the Dean of Students works closely with campus resources and may assist you in determining what, if any, steps you wish to take. Student Life can put you in touch with the Student Health Center staff, the Counseling Center, as well as off-campus resources. During business hours, call the office at 541-346-1156; after business hours you can call the Department of Public Safety’s Dispatcher at (541) 346-5444 and ask to have them contact an advocate in the Office of the Dean of Students.
- Consider calling a trusted friend, relative, Sexual Assault Support Services (343-SASS) or a counselor at the UO Counseling & Testing Center (541) 346-3227
These people can provide you with the support and care you may need at this time. Please seek some form of emotional support. While taking care of your physical needs may be the first step in taking care of yourself, it is important not to neglect emotions you may be experiencing as a result of the assault.
- You may choose to file a report with the local police or through the Office of Student Conduct
- Know that you are not alone.
There are people who can help you process what you are experiencing and explain the options that are available to you at this time.
- It is your choice to determine when and in what manner you recover from your trauma.
It is up to you to make the decisions that will be the best for you.
- Remember, the assault was not your fault.
Emergency Contact Information
- Eugene Police Department:
(541) 682-5111 or 911
Call the Eugene police department to report a sexual assault, arrange for transportation to the hospital, or to access other resources through the Police Department
- Sexual Assault Support Services:
(541) 343-7277 or 1-800-788-4727
Call SASS 24 hours a day or drop in Monday-Friday 9-4 to meet one-on-one with an advocate for crisis intervention or peer counseling, information about support groups and self defense classes, to discuss your options, to receive support, or for campus and community resources and referrals. SASS advocates can respond to requests for advocacy at the hospital or University Health Center, law enforcement agencies, the University campus, or other community agencies in Lane County 24 hours a day.
- University of Oregon Counseling Center:
(541) 346-3227
Call the Counseling Center to make an appointment. Emergency appointments are available. Services are free.
- Student Health Center:
(541) 346-2770
Call the Student Health Center to make an appointment or to receive important medical referrals and information. Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE) are available to help you with your medical needs following a sexual assault.
- Office of the Dean of Students:
541-346-1156
The Office of the Dean of Students can ensure that a student's needs are being met as they heal from the assault. Staff can provide information on the campus judicial process and advocate for the student's rights on campus.
- Housing Office:
(541) 346-4277
Your residence life staff can help by providing support, referral, and resource information. You can also contact your RA/FA. These individuals are trained to assist you with support and resources if you have experienced sexual assault.
-Information adapted from the William & Mary College Website of Sexual Assault Prevention and Education.
Emergency Contact Information
Eugene Police Department:
-
(541) 682-5111 or 911
Call the Eugene Police Department to report a sexual assault, arrange for transportation to the hospital, or to access other resources through the Police Department
- Sexual Assault Support Services:
(541) 343-7277 or 1-800-788-4727
Call SASS 24 hours a day or drop in Monday-Friday 9-4 to meet one-on-one with an advocate for crisis intervention or peer counseling, to discuss your options, for information about support groups and self defense classes, to receive support, or for campus and community resources and referrals. SASS advocates can respond to requests for advocacy at the hospital or University Health Center, law enforcement agencies, the University campus, or other community agencies in Lane County 24 hours a day.
- University of Oregon Counseling Center:
(541) 346-3227
Call the Counseling Center to make an appointment. Emergency appointments are available. Services are free.
- Student Health Center:
(541) 346-2770
Call the Student Health Center to make an appointment or to receive important medical referrals and information. Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE) are available to help you with your medical needs following a sexual assault.
- Office of the Dean of Students:
541-346-1156
The Office of the Dean of Students can ensure that a student's needs are being met as they heal from the assault. Staff can provide information on the campus judicial process and advocate for the student's rights on campus.
- Housing Office:
(541) 346-4277
Your residence life staff can help by providing support, referral, and resource information. You can also contact your RA/FA. These individuals are trained to assist you with support and resources if you have experienced sexual assault.