Support groups can be a great source of healing. SARA can provide those affected by sexual assault with a safe place to share experiences, express feelings, and learn effective coping skills that will help in the healing process. All support groups are confidential and free of charge. At any given time there may be a support group being planned, so please feel free to contact the indicated staff below for more information, or check back for updates on schedules.
Adult Survivor Support Group
Support groups for adult survivors of sexual assault. A supportive environment where a survivor can share their experiences, express their feelings and beliefs, as well as learn effective coping skills that will help them in their healing process. Please contact Theresa at (434)295-7273 ext.27 or csc@saracville.org for more information about groups for adults.
Parent & Caregiver Support Group
This group for parents and caregivers (grandparents, foster parents, etc) of children who have been sexually abused provides a safe place where parents and caregivers can share their experiences and gain support from one another. There are no pending meetings for this group, but please feel free to contact Aaron at (434)295-7273 ext.21 or child@saracville.org if you have an interest in such a group.
Creative Expressions
The focus of this group for high school girls who are survivors of sexual assault is to provide a safe place where adolescents can share their experiences, express their feelings and learn effective coping skills through the use of creative arts and techniques. This group normally runs for one month to six weeks, meeting once a week. Dates for the next group have yet to be set, so check our calendar of events for the next group. Please feel free to contact Aaron at (434)295-7273 ext.21 or child@saracville.org if you have any further questions or would like to be notified when the next group will start.
Therapeutic Horseback Riding
SARA and Gallastar Equine Center partner to provide therapeutic horseback riding workshops for girls ages 8-12. This group fills up fast and therefore is often by invitation or direct referral from a local therapist. However, feel free to contact Aaron at (434)295-7273 ext.21 or child@saracville.org if you have any questions and concerns, or check our calendar of events for the next scheduled workshop.