The SANE Alternative to Hospital Emergency Rooms
The national Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) program emerged out of a need to protect victims during times of extreme vulnerability.
Emergency rooms normally require long waits in a public setting. Following an assault, victims need privacy, confidentiality and compassion.
LACASA is proud to be part of the national SANE program and the profound difference it makes in the lives of sexual assault victims.
You can learn more about the National SANE Program:
Sexual Assault Resource Service
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Programs: U.S. Department of Justice, Office for Victims of Crimes
LACASA Staff Insight
Why Victims Don’t Tell: Sandusky case sheds light on complexities of sexual abuse
The conviction of former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky captured the nation’s attention and cast a spotlight on an endless question: Why don’t victims tell? Tell a parent? Tell a teacher? Tell a friend? Tell someone? We know the question well at LACASA. It comes up repeatedly in our line of work, which [...]
FUNDRAISING EVENTS 2013
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July 13-14
Garden Tour
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July 20
Twilight in the Garden
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Sept 14
Denim & Diamonds
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Dec 12
Deck the Halls
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June 14
‘Drive Out Child Abuse’ Golf Scramble
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April 20
Walk a Mile 2013
