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Rape Crisis Tyneside and Northumberland (RCTN) Helpline

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About Rape Crisis Tyneside and Northumberland (RCTN) Helpline

Our Helpline provides free and confidential support and information over phone and via email.

Our services are for women and girls (aged 13 and over) from Northumberland, Newcastle, Gateshead, North Tyneside, South Tyneside and Sunderland. Our services are for women and girls who have experienced any kind of sexual violence at any time in their lives.

It doesn't matter how long ago the abuse happened, we are here when you are ready.

When you contact us you will talk with one of our trained and supportive counselors who have experience in how to help people with similar experiences to your own. They will listen, express empathy and understanding, and assist you to find a way through your situation.

Where is Rape Crisis Tyneside and Northumberland (RCTN) Helpline available?

Available in England

Who does Rape Crisis Tyneside and Northumberland (RCTN) Helpline support?

Women

What languages does Rape Crisis Tyneside and Northumberland (RCTN) Helpline support?

English

What can I talk to Rape Crisis Tyneside and Northumberland (RCTN) Helpline about?

Accessibility notes

Our local Helpline & Email Support services are free and confidential. The services are staffed by trained women who are here to listen and support you. If you get a recorded message, leave a message and we will contact you as soon as possible. Our helpline can also provide support and information to supporters such as partners, relatives, friends, carers and other workers. We offer a confidential service. We use a specialist system that anonymises your email address. This means you have control over if and when you tell us who you are.


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