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The Torch
Envisioning Communities Without Sexual Violence

Sexual violence is a public health problem - one that is recognized by both the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Prevention Institute. These public health institutions are at the forefront of promoting a public health approach to sexual violence, one that incorporates primary prevention, or taking action to prevent health and social problems before their onset. [Read more.]

Resource Guide: SAVI : Elmhurst Hospital Center : Sexual Assault Survivor Program

Address:

Elmhurst Hospital Center
79-01 Broadway
Queens, NY 11373
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Contact: Alpana Patel , Program Coordinator
Phone: (718) 334-1418
E-Mail: alpana.patel@mssm.edu
Languages: Spanish, Hindi, Gujarati, Hebrew
Website: Go
Hours: M-F 9-5, by appt./some eves
Handicapped Accessible

Populations served:

Survivors of rape / sexual assault, child sexual abuse, sexual harassment, incest and adults sexually abused as children within Queens County including:
  • all ages.
  • females.
  • non-offending parents.
  • males.
  • significant others.
  • undocumented immigrants.

Fees for services:

Some services as indicated below*. Insurance is billed, CVB reimbursement is utilized when applicable or fee is waived.

Medical Services

  • 24-hour 7 day a week rape crisis counselors in the Emergency Department.
  • Medical / forensic examination* including HIV prophylaxis, date rape drug testing, and pregnancy prevention.
  • Psychiatric evaluations.

Advocacy:

  • Criminal justice advocacy.
  • Other types of advocacy.

Counseling:

  • Short-term individual.
  • Long-term individual.
  • Group counseling as scheduled.
  • Telephone counseling.

Other Services:

  • Information and referral services.
  • Play therapy / creative art therapy / family therapy
  • EMDR

Educational / Training Services

  • Community education.
  • Police sensitivity trainings.
  • Professional trainings.

Volunteer Opportunities:

  • Emergency Department Rape Crisis Counselors.
  • General office opportunities.
  • Speakers bureau.

Special Considerations

  • Adolescents can receive medical / counseling services from the ages of 12+ without parental consent.
  • Male counselors are available.
  • We respect client confidentiality.

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