Cairns Sexual Assault ServicesIf you have experienced sexual assault or sexual abuse at any time in your life, you are not to blame. Cairns Sexual Assault Service (CSAS) provides a free and confidential service for anyone affected by sexual violence. We provide the following for those seeking support: Information and support for victims/survivors of sexual violence and their non-offending partners, family members, carers, friends or support people Face-to-face and telephone counselling Referral and advocacy throughout police and legal processes In-service, secondary consultation and resources for professionals working with anyone who has experienced sexual assault or sexual abuse 24-hour crisis support for anyone presenting at the Cairns Hospital Emergency Department or the police after a recent sexual assault On-site clinical care, including STI checks, pregnancy testing and emergency contraception Community education. CSAS services are free and confidential. We have strict guidelines to ensure your information is private and secure. Any records of your contact with us are kept indefinitely, and you can access your records by request. More information on accessing records, privacy and confidentiality is available by contacting the service, and given in your first session. Download our flyer Need help? CSAS is an inclusive service supporting all people impacted by sexual violence (recent or historic) regardless of age, gender, sexual preference, ethnicity, religion, personal values or cultural background. Our sister service, True Child & Family Service, supports children and young people who have experienced sexual assault or child sexual abuse or who engage in sexually reactive behaviours. If you require a support person or have specific communication (translator or sign interpreter), cultural or physical access needs, please let us know so appropriate arrangements can be made in advance. Cairns Sexual Assault ServiceSolander Building182 Grafton Street, Cairns(Opposite Martin Munro Parklands) For all appointments, call CSAS on 07 4031 3590 or email [email protected] For 24 hour National Sexual Assault Helpline, call 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732. What is sexual violence? I need help Help for someone else For professionals Help for someone else If someone chooses to speak to you about their experience of sexual assault or harassment, it can make them feel incredibly vulnerable, so it is important to listen patiently and respectfully. Email us for a referral form Alternatively, below are a few contacts that can help: Sexual Assault Helpline 1800 010 120 1800 RESPECT 1800 737 732 Lifeline 13 11 14 Download more information below: CSAS Flyer CSAS Fact Sheet Sexual Assault Fact Sheet