RAINN

__ Name of Resource: __ RAINN is the nation’s largest anti-sexual assault organization. It was founded in 1994 by Tori Amos and Scott Berkowitz. RAINN provides a national sexual assault hotline, statistics, and information to the media. Within the United Stares one of the most popular hotlines for rape victims is 1-800-656-HOPE or 202-544-3054. This is given by RAINN and is confidential. This is twenty-four hours and toll free. This has helped improve more than one million since it started in 1994. There is also an online instant message service hotline. __ Location __ : There are state resources such as in Alabama Coalition Against rape, Alaska Network on Domestic Violence, Arizona Sexual Assault Network (AzSAN), and Arkansas Coalition Against Sexual Assault just to name a few. There are more than fifty all over the nation in different states. Support RAINN at 2000 L St. NW STE. 406 Washington, DC 20036. Or donate by phone 202-544-3561.  __ Description of Services Provided: __ RAINN provides support for sexual assault victims and their loved ones through two hotlines at 1-800-656-HOPE and online at rain.org. If someone does not feel comfortable over the phone they can contact the website. RAINN has services to guide to recovery process. The National Sexual Assault Hotline contains 1,100 trained volunteers that are at assistance and available to help victims at RAINN crisis centers across the country. If a person does not know which center is closest to their home they can call 1-800-656-HOPE and a person can be directed to a rape crisis center near you. The National Sexual Assault Online Hotline is the first secure web based crisis hotline that actually provides live and support through instant messaging. Anyone can learn more by visiting the site RAINN’s online hotline page. __ Services Obtained by Families ____ : __ The services that are obtained by families would be by reaching out is one of the first steps in healing and trying to recover from being a victim. There are many ways that you can help a friend or family member who has been raped or sexually assaulted: Listen, be there, and do not be judgmental. Be patient and always remember it takes time for people to talk about their assault. Do not put pressure on your loved one. Talk directly to them. If a loved one is considering suicide after the assault, follow up on them regularly. Your loved one should report the rape or sexual assault. Accompany your loved one if they are willing to get medical attention. Encourage your family to contact one of the hotlines. You can also get ideas about ways to help your friend or family member  through the recovery process.  __ Assessment of Effectiveness: __ RAINN has taught many victims to use their voice to engage and inspire others who are not ready to speak about their incidence. When something triggers their memories of the attacks they can call the national sexual assault hotline. By telling their memory of assault to someone or contacting the online hotline can help them on their road of recovery. A person can visit the website at []. There is a you tube video that shows information on this agency. [] 