Sexual Assault

Did you know that children from violent homes often display a variety of behavioral characteristics as a result of living in an unpredictable environment? Many of these characteristics are similar to those exhibited by children who have been abused in other ways.

Recent studies show that 1 in 4 girls and 1 in 7 boys are sexually abused before they reach the age of 18 years, and that in homes where domestic violence is present, 50% of children living in those homes are abused physically and/or emotionally.

Read more: Symptoms of Child Sexual Abuse

Welcome to our Sexual Assault Program, a department committed to serving members of San Joaquin County who are either victims of sexual violence or seeking information about sexual assault and prevention.

We offer a wide range of services to community members affected directly by sexual abuse and to those close to them, including crisis intervention, individual and group counseling, advocacy, accompaniment, and referral services. We also offer a variety of educational and training programs about personal safety and prevention.

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What is a Rape Crisis Center?

An individual community based organization that is a member of the California Coalition Against Sexual Assault (Cal*CASA) and funded through the Office of Emergency Services, Department of Health Services, County Office of Education, and/or a variety of city and county grants. The Center is staffed by certified sexual assault crisis counselors and volunteers and held to criteria and standards of operation as set forth by the Office of Emergency Services.

Read more: Frequently Asked Questions about Sexual Assault

Get the real information on sexual assault here.

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Read the myths and facts about sexual abuse and domestic violence.

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