Sexual Assault Prevention & Response Services

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Maine 24/7 Helpline: 1-800-871-7741

You don't have to report to get support,

We are here for you!

Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Services (SAPARS) mission is to prevent all forms of sexual violence and to empower all people affected by sexual violence to find a path to healing.

Since 2011, Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Services (SAPARS) has been supporting survivors and providing prevention education in Androscoggin, Franklin, and Oxford counties, as well as in the towns of Bridgton and Harrison. Our free and private services include:

 A 24/7 Helpline for people who have experienced sexual violence and the people supporting survivors.

One-to-one support (by phone, over Zoom, and/or in person.

Support groups

Support and advocacy at the hospital, reporting to the police, filing for a protection order, and accessing civil legal services.

The Children's Advocacy Center of Androscoggin, Franklin, and Oxford Counties

Prevention education programming in schools and communities 

Connection to other local supports and resources.