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Sexual Assault Advocacy And Services | New Directions - Domestic Abuse Shelter And Rape Crisis Center

212 North Main Street, Administrative Offices, Mount Vernon, OH 43050

Full Wheelchair Access|Handicap Accessible|Outside Ramps.
Eligibility
New Directions’ sexual assault services are available to anyone impacted by sexual violence, including survivors, their family members, and support persons. Services are open to individuals—whether the assault occurred recently or in the past. All services are free, confidential, and voluntary. Survivors do not need to have reported to law enforcement to receive help.
Required documents

Hours
24/7.
Languages
New Directions is committed to ensuring language is never a barrier to safety or support. Staff use LanguageLine Services, which allows them to connect with trained interpreters in over 240 languages, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Application process
Connect with an advocate by calling 740-397-HELP (4357). Text 740-397-HELP (4357). Chat online at https://www.resourceconnect.com/newdirections/chat. Submit a message by visiting https://www.newdirectionsknox.org/contact . An advoctae will respond by phone or email. If you go to Knox Community Hospital for a medical exam following a sexual assault, the Forensic Nurse Team will contact New Directions and an advocate will respond to the hospital to provide confidential support and assistance. All services are free, confidential and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Fees
Services are Free and Confidential.
Service area
Knox County, Ohio
New Directions provides 24/7 confidential crisis support for anyone impacted by sexual violence—whether the assault happened recently or in the past. Survivors can call or text 740-397-HELP (4357) or chat online at www.resourceconnect.com/newdirections/chat to connect directly with a trained advocate. These services offer immediate, confidential assistance including crisis intervention, safety planning and referrals to ongoing support and resources. New Directions also offers hospital accompaniment for survivors choosing to seek medical attention or forensic evidence collection following an assault. Advocates can meet survivors at the hospital to provide emotional support, explain options and ensure that their rights and choices are respected throughout the process.
Last assured
10/21/2025
Providing organization
New Directions - Domestic Abuse Shelter And Rape Crisis Center
New Directions provides free and confidential resources for individuals who have experienced domestic violence, sexual assault or human trafficking. Services include a 24/7 crisis hotline, emergency crisis shelter and advocacy supports. New Directions also offers support groups, outreach and awareness initiatives and prevention and education programs.
Sexual Assault Advocacy And Services | New Directions - Domestic Abuse Shelter And Rape Crisis Center