SARC-Sexual Assault Response Center

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At SARC we strive to create a safe and empowering environment where survivors can access trauma-informed care, counseling and legal advocacy.

We are here for you every step of the way, providing empathetic and respectful care and support.

06/12/2026

When asking for help after a traumatic experience, it is important to know that you can trust your care team. ❤️‍🩹

At SARC, survivors have access to Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANEs 👩‍⚕️) who walk into each room with patience, compassion, and expert knowledge to...

🩺 Conduct forensic exams
🧬 Collect DNA evidence
📷 Photograph injuries
💊 Give prophylactic medication

SANEs can provide care at the hospital or at our private center. For confidential, specialized, and trauma-informed care after sexual assault, call our 24/7 crisis line: 📞 706-774-5200.

06/10/2026

How do you prepare for your appointment with SARC? 🤔

The only thing you need to bring is yourself and, if under 18 years old, a legal guardian, but it might also help to bring a loved one to support you or a comfort item to make the appointment easier. 🫂

Before you come to see us, think about what healing might look like for you, as this is different for everyone. You don't have to decide right away, but know that you have options to choose from for your next steps. ❤️‍🩹

Try not to eat, drink, wipe, do**he, shower, or wash clothes until after the appointment, but it's okay if you already have. This helps to prevent damage to any DNA, but we don't want you to deprive yourself of needs like food, water, and using the restroom. Evidence can still be collected. 🧬

You can call our 24/7 crisis line if you or someone you know are in need of services after a sexual assault: 706-774-5200

06/08/2026

Giving and receiving consent is about more than a simple "yes" or "no." Affirmative consent is like sharing an order of 🍟 FRIES.

⛓️‍💥 Freely-given without force, pressure, or coercion. 🗣️ "I want to share these fries with you, but it's okay if you don't want any."

↩️ Reversible at any moment, no matter how "far" you have gone. 🗣️ "I thought I wanted fries, but I don't want them anymore."

🧠 Informed about risks like STIs or pregnancy. 🗣️ "I don't want to get food poisoning from these fries, so let's check the health inspection score first."

👍 Enthusiastic; if there is hesitation, talk it out first. 🗣️ "I'll wait to order us fries if you need some time to think about it."

🎯 Specific about what activities the consent covers. 🗣️ "I really want steak fries with ketchup, not curly fries with mayo."

If you suspect that you or someone you know has experienced sexual assault, you can receive 24/7 confidential support through our crisis line or look to our website for more information.

📞 706-774-5200
🌐 www.sarcgeorgia.org

06/04/2026

🏳️‍🌈 Happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍⚧️

Common concerns from survivors of sexual assault include shame, guilt, and worry that their experience had something to do with their personal identity or expression. 💔

It is important to remember that perpetrators of sexual assault are looking to feel in control or to humiliate others. They may also use manipulation, coercion, threats, or physical force on victims.

You are in control of your own life, and no one else can change your sexual orientation, masculinity, femininity, or ability to have healthy relationships. 🫶 Even if you experience arousal or another reaction during an assault, this is a natural biological response that does not impact who YOU are, and it is also NOT a sign of consent.

Members of the LGBTQIA+ community are more likely to experience assault and abuse. SARC is a safe space to receive care without the fear of discrimination from our team, no matter a survivor's identity or background. ❤️

For confidential support, you can find more information below:

📞 24/7 Crisis Line: 706-724-5200
🌐 Website: www.sarcgeorgia.org

06/02/2026

Tabernacle Baptist Church ✝ has a long history of supporting the well-being of the Greater Augusta community, including SARC, survivors, and our partner agencies. 💜

SARC was grateful for the opportunity to provide an informational table at their Kingdom Living Mental Health & Wellness Fair to spread awareness and serve the community. The speakers were insightful and encouraging, and they advocated for building stability and resilience. 😌

SARC is not religiously affiliated and provides services to survivors of all beliefs and backgrounds, but it is also a beautiful thing to work with faith-based organizations that bring hope, compassion, and generous care to those in need, just like TBC Augusta. 🤲

If you are in need of services or are interested in having SARC attend your event, give a presentation, or provide informational material, please look at our website for more information at 🌐 www.sarcgeorgia.org.

05/31/2026

📊 MARCH 2026 IMPACT REPORT 📊

Every number represents a life touched, a voice heard, and a step toward healing. ❤️

Throughout the month of January, SARC provided:
📞 22 Crisis Call Assistance
👩‍⚕️ 15 Forensic Medical Exams
❤️‍🩹 116 Individual Counseling Sessions
👥 12 Community Outreach Events

Thank you to our dedicated team, partners, and community for continuing to support survivors and raise awareness. Together, we are making a difference. 💪

If you or someone you know are a survivor in need of support, are interested in counseling opportunities, would like us to attend a community event, or want to request an educational presentation, please see the options below.

📱 24/7 crisis line: 706-774-5200
☎️ Office admin line: 706-724-5200
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.sarcgeorgia.org

05/29/2026

Simply knowing how people live with trauma on a day-to-day basis can be enough of a motivator for some people to raise up positivity and healing. 🌿 One such person is this month's man who supports SARC, who makes every move guided by empathy for others, including survivors of assault and abuse. ❤️‍🩹

MAY: Keith Walton

Serving as the Sherwood Campus Pastor ✝ for Journey Community Church, Keith Walton is a man who cares for the spiritual, emotional, and mental well-being of all members of the community, no matter their background. He also serves on SARC's Board of Directors to be a part of building a program where survivors feel safe, understood, and cared for at any point on their path to healing.

As a strong leader with an empathetic heart and a determined mind, Keith Walton always wants the best for SARC and for survivors. Among the many other men who make an impact in the community, we are grateful to have him in our fight against sexual violence. 💪

05/27/2026

🎗 Mental Health Awareness Month in May is a good time to check in on your loved ones. 🫂

Those who have experienced trauma such as sexual assault, intimate partner violence, child abuse, and other situations are more likely to experience:

🌧️ Depression
📈 Anxiety
😥 PTSD
🚬 Substance abuse
💔 Suicidal ideation
🏥 Short-term and long-term health issues

Assault and abuse can impact a survivor's personal relationships, their performance at work or school, and their self-image. Everyone's healing journey is a little different, and it is okay that one person may take a little longer to work through their feelings than someone else. Be patient with yourself and with your loved ones.

If you are in need of help working through your sexual assault trauma, SARC offers free counseling to survivors in our area. Let us know if you are interested in a support group, as well.

📱 706-774-5200
🌐www.sarcgeorgia.org/counseling

If you or someone you know is in crisis, the su***de hotline has trained personnel to talk through your thoughts and emotions.

📱 9-8-8
🌐 www.988lifeline.org

05/25/2026

Today is a day to celebrate the memory of those lost in service of protecting life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness for citizens of our nation. 💐 Memorial Day 💐 is not only for remembering, mourning, and thanking service members for their sacrifice but also for finding ways to prevent future tragedy.

The unfortunate truth is that active duty military are more likely to die by su***de than any other manner of death. This can be from many different causes, but PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) may be the most harmful of them all. ⛑️

Although PTSD can be related to combat or direct military service, it is also related to other traumatic experiences like sexual assault, harassment, and abuse. Military sexual trauma (MST) is known to affect tens of thousands of service members every year.

For our active duty and veteran neighbors and friends who may be struggling, you can find help at some of the resources below:

💙 DoD Safe Helpline: 877-995-5247 or www.online.safehelpline.org
❤️ National Su***de Hotline: 9-8-8 or www.988lifeline.org
🤍 SARC 24/7 support: 706-774-5200 or www.sarcgeorgia.org

05/22/2026

WOW! We are so grateful to have seen such wonderful support during our first annual Walk a Mile in Their Shoes event! 👠

🚶Thank you to all who attended, listened to the speakers, and participated in the walk.

👕 Thank you to all who purchased a raffle ticket, T-shirt, button, or other items for even greater support to our mission.

🙋‍♂ Thank you to the volunteers from Queensborough National Bank, Alpha Chi Omega, Augusta University, and People for a Cause Augusta.

🤝 Thank you to our sponsors from Queensborough National Bank, Blair Construction, Dr. Doreen Luis, and other businesses that have shown continuous support.

We are eager to return for next year, so be on the lookout for announcements on our social media and website! If you are interested in supporting us during the planning process, sponsoring, or have other ideas, feel free to reach out to 706-724-5200 or to [email protected].

Address

P. O. Box 895
Augusta, GA
30901

Telephone

+17067745200

Website

https://sarcgeorgia.org/

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