Assault Survivor Kits®
Many times, assault survivors must give their clothing to the police for evidence. The hospitals have sent the victims home in paper gowns. Assistance League of Austin gives the hospitals Assault Survivor Kits, which include toilet articles and new clothing for the assault survivor. These men and women can leave the hospital with a little more dignity. Recovery from Rape by Linda Ledray, R.N., Ph.D. is provided to help the survivors with their recovery. This program was initiated in 1996.
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Last year grooming kits and clothing kits were provided to female and male assault survivors through St. David's Hospital. There are an average of 25 rapes/assaults reported each month in Austin. Unfortunately, the need continues to grow. |
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| Members of Assistance League assemble the Assault Survivor Kits. |
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. . . As I imagine you've noticed from the ever-larger number of Hospital Care Kits being used, we're seeing an increase in the sexual assaults being reported . . . For survivors receiving the assault exam, the kits do so much to restore their dignity. Thanks again for your group's dedication to sexual assault victims . . .
Abby Williamson, SafePlace
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE)
Round Rock Medical Center