April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month

The theme of this year's Sexual Assault Awareness month is Building Connected Communities. According to the National Sexual Violence Resource Center Building Connected Communities helps us reduce the likelihood of sexual abuse, assault and harassment in our communities.?

People with disabilities, especially those with intellectual and developmental disabilities, experience sexual assault at much higher rates than people without disabilities. It is essential that we help connect the individual's we support to their communities and help prevent sexual assault.

Take Action if you Suspect Sexual Assault

Always report suspected sexual assault right away to law enforcement and call 1-866-END HARM (1-866-363-4276) for children and vulnerable adults.
You can make an online report to Adult Protective Services (for adults only).
Call or email your DDA case manager. If you do not know who that is click here to find a DDA office and talk with a DDA employee.

For more information check out the following links.