HEALTHCARE

Resources for professionals responding to sexual assault of American Indian and Alaska Native people.

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Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE)

When a sexual assault survivor comes to a SANE-certified hospital or community health center, a sexual assault nurse examiner is the first point of care. SANEs are trained to help survivors from providing evidence-based treatment to performing assessments to collect forensic evidence that can be used in a criminal trial. Learn more >

SAFEta.org

SANE Program Development & Operations Guide

from Office For Victims of Crime

Access technical assistance and essential knowledge about sexual assault medical-forensic examinations and related topics. Learn more >

Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner

Technical Assistance Helpline:

1-877-819-7278

NEW Special Hotline for Reporting Child/Sexual Abuse

The Indian Health Service has implemented extensive measures to promote and enhance patient safety and accountability. IHS has established, publicized, and will monitor a hotline dedicated solely to reporting of suspected child/sexual abuse. Learn more >

Report any type of suspected child abuse occurring within an IHS facility and/or perpetrated by an IHS staff member:

1-855-SAFE-IHS (855 723-3447)

What is a forensic nurse?

Forensic nurses are registered or advanced practice nurses who have received specialized education and training to address the acute and long-term health consequences of patients impacted by violence.