Sexual Assault nurse examiner program
The YWCA West Central Michigan has been a place of hope, healing, and renewal since 1900. Today, our services work to address the issues of violence against women and children which undermine individuals, families, and our community. With comprehensive services, participation in community-based solutions and ongoing education, our vision is a community that demonstrates a commitment to creating a nurturing, violence-free environment for women and children.
The YWCA´s services are integrated to address the whole of a person´s experience. Whether you are hoping to enroll in Girls Inc. or are a survivor of domestic violence, sexual assault or childhood sexual abuse, the entire range of our services are available to you as appropriate. Unless it is noted next to a specific service on this website, a court-order is not required in order to find the help you need here.
If you are in immediate danger or feel unsafe, call 911.
To arrange for an appointment 24-hours a day call 616.776.RAPE (616.776.7273), your local police, or 911 (emergencies only).
Nurse Examiner Program
(no cost)Receiving immediate and follow-up medical attention is one of the most important things that you can do for yourself if you have been sexually assaulted. You may have injuries that need to be treated, and you may want to be tested for pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).
As part of our community’s response to sexual assault, the YWCA provides comprehensive, timely, and sensitive medical-forensic examinations.
With patient consent, evidence is collected and documented by specially trained, professional nurse examiners in a supportive private environment. Volunteer advocates who can offer crisis counseling and education resources are part of this response as well.
Medical-forensic examinations are performed at YWCA on a 24-hour, on-call basis for females and males 13 years or older. If you want an examination, you should contact the Nurse Examiner program within 96 hours of the incident. The Nurse Examiner Program can also provide referrals for follow-up medical care and counseling.
