SARSAS self-help guides

We have a range of self-help guides for victim-survivors and friends and families. Our self-help guide for victim survivors is available in different languages and easy-read.

Self-help guide for victim-survivors

Our self-help guide can help with understanding and processing your thoughts, feelings and emotions around rape and sexual abuse.

Download SARSAS self-help guide

Download SARSAS self-help guide – easy-read

Download SARSAS self-help guide – Arabic

Download SARSAS self-help guide – Chinese

Download SARSAS self-help guide – Polish

Download SARSAS self-help guide – Somali

Download SARSAS self-help guide – Ukrainian

Self-help guide for women and girls

This guide is for women and girls who have experienced rape, sexual assault or abuse at any time in their life.

Download SARSAS self-help guide for women and girls

Self-help guide for men and boys

A guide for men and boys who have been affected by sexual violence at any time in their life that provides information on thoughts, feelings and emotions and tools for coping.

Download SARSAS self-help guide for men and boys

Self-help guide for friends and families

This guide is for anyone supporting a friend or family member who is aged 13+ and has been affected by rape or sexual abuse at any time in their life and provides information on the impact of sexual violence, how to support someone and look after yourself.

Download SARSAS self-help guide for supporting the person you care about

Support and information

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Cover your tracks

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Friends and family resources

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General information

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I need help

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Information on rape and sexual abuse

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Learning disability and autism support

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Refer yourself

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Support services

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In the third and final of our series of blogs looking at the Act, SARSAS comms volunteer, Toby, gives an overview of the act, how it has been implemented so far and what might come next.

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Frank’s Inspiring Art Auction for SARSAS 

At SARAS, we are incredibly fortunate to be surrounded by people who go above and beyond to help us listen, believe, and support victim-survivors of sexual violence. One such person is the wonderful Frank, whose recent fundraising initiative not only surpassed expectations but also showcased the power of creativity and community spirit.

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We recently shared a blog about the importance of sleep for trauma survivors – but what can you do when your own bed was the scene of those painful experiences?