Sexual Assault Prevention
and Counseling Center
YWCA Lancaster’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Counseling Center (SAPCC) is Lancaster County’s designated rape crisis center. SAPCC provides support, advocacy, and no-cost counseling for victim survivors and their non-offending individuals impacted by sexual abuse, harassment and assault We also provide primary prevention education programs across the county.
Staff members or trained volunteer advocates are available 24-hours a day through our sexual assault hotline.
24-Hour Sexual Assault Hotline
717-392-7273
Together, we can create a world free from sexual violence.
YWCA Lancaster’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Counseling Center (SAPCC) is here 24/7 to provide no cost services to survivors and their non offending individuals impacted by sexual abuse, harassment and assault. During the month of April, will be hosting a number of events throughout Lancaster County to raise awareness, support survivors, and promote prevention efforts. Join us in taking action, amplifying survivor voices, and fostering a safer, more supportive community for all.
What We Do↘
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Prevention and Education
Prevention and education is provided through empowerment groups, workshops, series, and information tables. Trainings can be provided to schools, churches, community groups, businesses, and organizations.
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Services for Victim Survivors and Non Offending Individuals
Services include the 24-Hour Sexual Assault Hotline, crisis counseling, therapy, support groups, and medical and legal advocacy.
Our Services
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24-Hour Sexual Assault Hotline
The 24-Hour Sexual Assault Hotline is operated by trained staff and volunteers. Callers utilize the hotline for several reasons, including crisis intervention services, questions about resources and referrals related to sexual violence; inquiries about counselling; and requests to provide medical advocacy at local hospitals. The phone number for the 24-Hour Sexual Assault Hotline is (717) 392-7273.
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Counseling Services
YWCA Lancaster’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Counseling Center provides confidential and no-cost counseling services to victim survivors and their non-offending individuals impacted by sexual abuse, harassment and assault.
For further information about our services or to arrange a counseling session, please contact us at 717-869-5009 or at wehearyou@ywcalancaster.org.
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Service Locations
We feel every victim survivor of sexual harassment, abuse, assault, and other forms of violence should have access to exceptional mental health services. We temporarily serve clients and hold programming at 1905 Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster, PA 17602. We have a satellite site in Columbia by appointment.
We also provide preventative services to schools, churches, and other organizations when requested.
Support Groups - Adult Survivor Groups
The first Monday of each month, YWCA Lancaster’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Counseling Center will be hosting a gathering for any adults who have experienced sexual assault. If the first Monday of the month is a holiday, and YWCA Lancaster is closed, our gathering will be the first Tuesday of the month.
Join our team
Make an impact at YWCA Lancaster and in your community. Check out our current open positions.
Resources
Temporarily providing services at 1905 Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster, PA 17602