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Local Support
The Survivors Trust
The Survivors Trust is delighted to have been awarded funding to set up a new rape support centre in Reading and Berkshire under the Coalition Government’s commitment to open 15 new rape support centres.
The Rose Centre
The centre is a place where women who have experienced FGM can access support and where necessary, onward referral to services. There will be support from local communities, local experts on the subject of FGM as well as specialist obs/gynae registrar providing clinical advice and support.
The service is a once a month drop in at Oxford Road community centre, women can just drop in, however, specific referrals from GPs, health services and other professionals will also be accepted The centre covers the whole of the West of Berkshire, however no woman will be turned away.
- Community engagement and awareness
- FGM: information, advice and support
- Expert clinical assessment and treatment
Clients will be able to access the following support and services:
- Informal drop in sessions for women, peer support, tea and cake, crafts in a safe and friendly atmosphere
- Monthly clinic on site with a doctor
- Monthly empowerment and up-skilling workshops – employment, immigration advice etc…
- Information, advice and support for anyone who has a query or concern about FGM
- Engagement with communities to increase awareness of the dangers about FGM
If FGM has affected you or someone you know, please come along to our support group.
Where to go
Community centre (Old Gatehouse Battle Hospital site), 344, Oxford Road, Reading RG30 1AF
Time and date
1st Friday of the month; 9am to 12.30pm
Contact details
- Telephone: 07903 675676 / 0118 951 0279
- Email: victoria.hunter@acre-reading.org
National Support
SafeLives
If you are experiencing domestic abuse or are supporting someone who is in that situation, immediate help is available.
National Domestic Abuse Helpline
Are you experiencing domestic abuse? You are not alone. The Helpline can help you find a refuge vacancy for you and your children; call them more information. They can also support you to find other specialist services in your community, which can provide support whether or not you have left your partner. If you are experiencing domestic abuse or are supporting someone who is in that situation, immediate help is available.
Survivors UK - Male Rape and Sexual Abuse Support
Survivors UK help sexually abused men, as well as their friends and family, no matter when the abuse happened, and challenge the silence and attitudes.
Rape Crisis
National organisation offering support and counselling for those affected by rape and sexual abuse.
Victim Support
As an independent charity, we work towards a world where people affected by crime or traumatic events get the support they need and the respect they deserve. We help people feel safer and find the strength to move beyond crime. Support is free, confidential and tailored to your needs.