If you are the victim of sexual assault, dating or domestic violence, or sexual violence of any kind - it is not your fault. Do not be afraid to ask for help or support. Help is available from these organizations:
- National Domestic Violence Hotline
Phone: (800) 799-SAFE (7233) or 800-787-3224 (TDD) - National Sexual Assault Hotline
Phone: (800) 656-HOPE (4673) - Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence (MCEDSV)
Phone: 517-347-7000
There are many organizations and hotlines in every state. The crisis centers and agencies listed work hard to stop assaults and help victims.
How can I help someone who has been sexually assaulted?
You can help someone who has been abused or who has been assaulted by listening and offering comfort. Go with her/him to the police station, the hospital, or to counseling. Reinforce the message that she/he is not at fault and that it is natural to feel angry and ashamed.
More resources
- Loveisrespect.org
Phone: 866-331-9474 - National Center for Victims of Crime
Phone: 855-484-2846 (855-4-VICTIM) - National Crime Prevention Council
- National Sexual Violence Resource Center
Phone: 877-739-3895 - Office on Violence Against Women
- Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network
Phone: (800) 656-4673 - WomensLaw Email Hotline
Resources for stalking
- Victim Connect Resource Center
- National Center for Victims of Crime
- 855-4-VICTIM (855-484-2846)
Local resources:
- The SafeHouse Center
Phone: 734-995-5444 - U of M Hospital Emergency Room
Phone: 734-936-6666 - Trinity Health Women's Health Center
- LACASA (Livingston County)
Phone: 866-522-2725
WCC Resources:
The WCC Student Resource Center (SRC) and the WCC Counseling Office (734-677-5223) offer short term counseling services and referrals to long term community services to assist victims of sexual misconduct.
Other WCC Resources:
If you are a victim of sexual misconduct and have received federal financial aid, veteran's benefits, or are an international student; please contact the appropriate office below or the Dean of Students Office ([email protected]) before making any enrollment changes. Enrollment changes will impact your aid eligibility or visa status.
WCC Financial Aid Office
734-973-3523
[email protected]
WCC Wadhams Veterans Center
734-477-8560
Veteran Student Advisor
734-477-8507
International Students
F1 Students
734-677-5148
International Student Advisor
734-677-5128