Welcome to The Tuscaloosa SAFE Center
We are committed to providing comprehensive, trauma-informed care to survivors of sexual assault.
forensic
examination
medical
advocacy
follow-up
care
counseling &
support group
outreach &
education
Delivering free, trauma-informed care to survivors of sexual violence.
About Us
We are a community based, collaborative agency providing comprehensive, trauma-informed care to survivors of sexual assault. Our services address the emotional, medical, and forensic needs of survivors through forensic medical examinations, evidence collection, advocacy, counseling and follow-up support.
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We work in partnership with community advocates, law enforcement, healthcare providers, and other service organizations to ensure survivors receive coordinated, high-quality care i West Alabama.
Our Mission
The mission of The Tuscaloosa SAFE Center is to provide 24-hour compassionate, patient-centered healthcare, advocacy and counseling services to those who have experienced sexual assault so that each person is empowered to begin the healing journey. Through community outreach and education programs, the SAFE Center promotes social change in West Alabama to end sexual violence.
Who We Serve
The Tuscaloosa SAFE Center serves individuals ages 14 and older. Pediatric cases 13 years old and younger are encouraged to seek care at Children's of Alabama in Birmingham.
Age
Forensic exams can be performed up to 72 hours after an assault has occurred.
Medical only exams can be performed up to 120 hours.
TSC serves a nine-county region of West Alabama including: Bibb, Fayette, Greene,
County
Timing
Hale, Lamar, Marengo, Pickens, Tuscaloosa and Sumter.
If you are unsure if you meet the criteria above, please reach out.
Our team can help guide you towards the appropriate next steps and available resources.