What Do I Do?

My child just told me that someone has touched them inappropriately. What do I do?

  • BELIEVE THEM!
  • Listen to everything they have to say. Remain calm.
  • Get them to a safe place; friend, family, trusted individual
  • Get professionally trained help, they will help guide you
  • Request an Advocate! They will help personally guide you and support you!
  • Depending on your situation you might need an order of protection
  • Depending on your situation you might need legal advise
  • Depending on your situation you might need housing

The Silent No More Foundation is a component fund of the Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan County, a 501c3 nonprofit organization

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