Professionals.
This page is aimed at Professionals working within agencies such as Health and Social Care, Local Authorities and the Public Sector who may wish to refer into the SARC, or familiarise themselves with our services. If you would like further information or training from Hackenthorpe Lodge about our service please get in touch via hackenthorpelodge.sarc@nhs.net or by calling 0330 223 0938.
Our Service
Hackenthorpe Lodge Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) offers a range of support services to anyone living within the South Yorkshire area who has experienced sexual abuse or sexual violence, either recently or in the past.
Clients can self-refer without having to involve the Police, it is not necessary for a report to have been made to access our services. We can also, with a client's permission, take initial referrals from other professionals such as, but not limited to GP's, A&E and Sexual Health Clinics.
We also work alongside South Yorkshire Police to support any clients who have chosen to report to the Police.
Clients can self-refer without having to involve the Police, it is not necessary for a report to have been made to access our services. We can also, with a client's permission, take initial referrals from other professionals such as, but not limited to GP's, A&E and Sexual Health Clinics.
We also work alongside South Yorkshire Police to support any clients who have chosen to report to the Police.
Services for 15s and Under
Services for children aged 15 and under are available through Child Sexual Assault Assessment Services (CSAAS), which is provided by, and run from, Sheffield Children's Hospital. Referrals into this service can be provided via professionals and agencies including, but not limited to the Police, Social Services, GPs, etc. This service is accessible from 9am to 9pm Monday - Friday, 10am to 6pm on Saturdays, and 11am to 4pm on Sundays and Bank Holidays.
Please click here to visit The Children's SARC web page, which offers more details and contact information for local social services and Police.
This video from the CSA Centre, offers a good overview of the medical examination in CSA cases. Please take a look to learn more.
Please click here to visit The Children's SARC web page, which offers more details and contact information for local social services and Police.
This video from the CSA Centre, offers a good overview of the medical examination in CSA cases. Please take a look to learn more.
Open Days
Hackenthorpe Lodge SARC holds monthly Open Days, allowing professionals from all agencies to attend the SARC. Attendees will receive a tour following the journey of our clients, understand the roles of the team throughout the process, and network with other professionals. If you would like to attend an open day, please get in touch using the Contact Us page.
Downloadable Resources
We have a range of information about our service available to download. If you cannot find what you are looking for please contact us for further information using the Contact Us page.
Training Days/Materials
Hackenthorpe Lodge provide training for professionals.
If you would like a member of the SARC team to provide any training for your organisation, please contact us to discuss available options.
If you would like a member of the SARC team to provide any training for your organisation, please contact us to discuss available options.