Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Services

We are an organization of 16 staff and 6 volunteers who work in Androscoggin, Franklin, and Oxford Counties. We are looking for volunteers to staff our 24/7 helpline and to respond to the hospital to provide advocacy and support when a patient needs a medical forensic exam.

​Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Services (SAPARS) mission is to prevent all forms of sexual violence and to empower all people affected by sexual violence to find a path to healing. Since 2011, Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Services (SAPARS) has been supporting survivors and providing prevention education in Androscoggin, Franklin, and Oxford Counties and the towns of Bridgton and Harrison. Our free and private services include: A 24/7 Helpline for people who have experienced sexual violence and the people supporting survivors. One to one support (by phone, over zoom, and/or in person. Support groups Support and advocacy at the hospital, reporting to the police, filing for a protection order, and accessing civil legal services. The Children's Advocacy Center of Androscoggin, Franklin, and Oxford Counites Prevention education programming in schools and communities Connection to other local supports and resources.