Public Safety CommissionJuly 1, 2024

Item #4 SAFE Presentation — original pdf

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Sexual Assault Response Services NIKHITA VED, VP OF COMMUNITY SERVICES What is a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE)? Evaluate and treat trauma and other medical conditions as needed Collect biological, trace, physical evidence Safety planning, follow up, referrals Minimize emotional trauma Advocate for patient needs Collaborate with other responders Testify as fact and expert witnesses What is a Sexual Assault Victim Advocate? Confidential! Provide crisis intervention and safety planning Explain their legal rights and medical options Support during medical forensic exam and detective interview Continuous follow- up support Connection to SAFE and community resources Physical resources: groceries, clothing, etc. Accompaniment and support throughout criminal justice process Advocacy & accompaniment with civil legal system (protective orders) Break lease and verification of services letters Planned Parenthood services Limited medical case management Follow up services Expect Respect DEAF Share Disability Services Prevention Planet SAFE Children’s Services Community Resource Advocacy Supervised Independent Living Counseling Long-term support & healing Supportive Housing Peer Support Strong Start Supervised Independent Living Legal Services Emergency shelter Rapid Rehousing Legal Services SAFEline Crisis Intervention Peer Support Counseling CARES (support for trafficking victims) Therapeutic Services Human Resources Basic Needs (In-Kind and Warehouse) Finance Information Technology Development Direct Services Facilities and Operations Marketing and Communications Quality and Compliance Sexual Assault Response Services