Publish date: 6 February 2026
The NHS is raising awareness of SARCs – a specialist service that offers free care and support to anyone who’s been raped or sexually assaulted at any time in their life.
They are available to call for an appointment 24/7 across England, however, many rape and sexual assault survivors do not know where to go or who to turn to for help.
When someone visits a SARC, the team will listen and care for them in a space that is safe. If the individual chooses not to involve the police or report what happened, help is still available. The team will talk through the different options and will never tell them what to do.
SARCs provide more than just medical care – they’re here for you, when you need them. If you have been raped or sexually assaulted and don't know where to turn, go to nhs.uk/SARCs to find out more, including your nearest service.