Community-Based Sexual Violence Services - Sussex, NB

Community-Based Sexual Violence Services - Sussex, NB Providing support to survivors and bringing an end to sexual violence in our community.

At the Community Based Sexual Assault Services – Sussex NB, we’re here for you! Our advocates and health care professionals are here to assist you in any way we can. From arranging free trauma counseling, providing hospital accompaniment, or advocating on your behalf, we’ll be the champion in your corner ensuring survivors get the necessary community supports they need.

Elevate provides free, confidential services for individuals aged 16+ who have experienced sexual violence.Our services ...
06/19/2026

Elevate provides free, confidential services for individuals aged 16+ who have experienced sexual violence.

Our services include:
💙 Advocacy and support
💙 Short-term counselling
💙 Hospital accompaniment
💙 Referrals to community resources
💙 Education and awareness
💙 System navigation support

You do not need proof.
You do not need to report.
You do not need to have all the answers before reaching out.

Whether something happened recently or years ago, support is available.

📞 506-435-0281
📧 [email protected]

Hospital Accompaniment Services Seeking medical care after experiencing sexual violence can feel overwhelming.Elevate ca...
06/18/2026

Hospital Accompaniment Services

Seeking medical care after experiencing sexual violence can feel overwhelming.

Elevate can provide support through hospital accompaniment services.

This means a member of our team can help by:
💙 providing emotional support
💙 explaining available options
💙 helping individuals navigate the process
💙 offering a supportive presence during appointments

Our goal is to ensure individuals feel informed, supported, and empowered throughout the process.

You do not have to go through it alone.

📞 506-435-0281
📧 [email protected]

When faced with danger, our brains and bodies react automatically.Many people have heard of “fight or flight,” but there...
06/17/2026

When faced with danger, our brains and bodies react automatically.

Many people have heard of “fight or flight,” but there are actually four common trauma responses:

⚡ Fight – confronting the threat
🏃 Flight – escaping the threat
🧊 Freeze – becoming unable to move or respond
🤝 Fawn – trying to appease or please the threat to stay safe

These responses are automatic survival mechanisms.

There is no “right” way to respond to trauma.

Understanding trauma responses helps us replace judgment with compassion and support.

📞 506-435-0281
📧 [email protected]

True or False: If someone doesn’t fight back, it isn’t sexual violence.❌ FALSE.There are many reasons someone may not fi...
06/16/2026

True or False: If someone doesn’t fight back, it isn’t sexual violence.

❌ FALSE.

There are many reasons someone may not fight back during an assault.

Trauma can cause people to:
💙 freeze
💙 become unable to speak
💙 comply out of fear
💙 disconnect from what is happening

A person’s response to trauma does not change what happened.

Consent must be freely given. The absence of “no” is not the same as a “yes.”

Understanding trauma helps us challenge myths and better support survivors.

📞 506-435-0281
📧 [email protected]

06/15/2026

Creating safer communities isn’t the responsibility of one person or one organization… it’s something we all play a role in.

Community accountability means:
💙 speaking up when harmful behaviour is normalized
💙 supporting survivors without judgment
💙 challenging myths and misconceptions
💙 promoting consent and healthy relationships
💙 taking action when we see something that isn’t right

Preventing sexual violence starts with conversations, education, and a commitment to creating communities where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported.

Each of us has the power to contribute to positive change.

Together, we can build a community that values respect, accountability, and support for survivors.

There is more than one way to connect with Elevate.We understand that reaching out for support after experiencing sexual...
06/12/2026

There is more than one way to connect with Elevate.

We understand that reaching out for support after experiencing sexual violence can feel overwhelming. That's why we work to make accessing services as simple, welcoming, and accessible as possible.

Individuals can connect with Elevate through a self-referral, meaning they contact us directly, or through a referral from a trusted community partner such as:
💙 healthcare providers
💙 schools and educational institutions
💙 counsellors and social workers
💙 victim services
💙 community organizations
💙 other support agencies

No matter how someone is referred, our goal remains the same: to provide compassionate, confidential, survivor-centered support.

At Elevate, we offer advocacy, short-term counselling, referrals to additional resources, accompaniment, and support navigating available services and options.

You do not need proof to access our services.
You do not need to report to police.
You do not need to have everything figured out before reaching out.

Whether you are looking for support for yourself, helping a friend, or connecting someone in your professional role, we are here to help.

Every survivor deserves access to information, support, and a safe space to begin their healing journey.

📞 506-435-0281
📧 [email protected]

Elevate provides free, confidential support for individuals aged 16+ of all genders who have experienced sexual violence...
06/12/2026

Elevate provides free, confidential support for individuals aged 16+ of all genders who have experienced sexual violence.

Our services include:
💙 advocacy and support
💙 short-term counselling
💙 accompaniment to appointments
💙 referrals to community resources
💙 information about options and available supports

You do not need to report to police to access our services.

You do not need proof.

Whether something happened recently or years ago, support is available.

Our goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where individuals can explore their options and access support at their own pace.

📞 506-435-0281
📧 [email protected]

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Imagine ordering a plate of fries.Just because you offered someone a fry once doesn’t mean they can keep taking fries fo...
06/12/2026

Imagine ordering a plate of fries.

Just because you offered someone a fry once doesn’t mean they can keep taking fries forever.

And if you decide halfway through that you want the rest for yourself?

That’s okay too.

Consent works the same way.

Consent can be:
💙 given
💙 changed
💙 withdrawn

at any time.

Consent isn’t about assumptions.
It’s about communication, respect, and making sure everyone is comfortable.

A simple conversation can go a long way in building healthy, respectful relationships.

Education is one of the most effective tools we have in preventing sexual violence.When communities understand:💙 consent...
06/11/2026

Education is one of the most effective tools we have in preventing sexual violence.

When communities understand:
💙 consent
💙 boundaries
💙 healthy relationships
💙 bystander intervention
💙 how to support survivors

we help create safer environments for everyone.

Awareness helps challenge harmful myths and encourages conversations that can lead to meaningful change.

Prevention starts with knowledge.

And knowledge grows when we continue to learn, listen, and talk openly.

Trauma is a response to an experience or event that overwhelms a person's ability to cope.Everyone responds to trauma di...
06/10/2026

Trauma is a response to an experience or event that overwhelms a person's ability to cope.

Everyone responds to trauma differently.

Some people may:
💙 feel anxious or fearful
💙 withdraw from others
💙 have difficulty sleeping
💙 struggle with concentration
💙 experience strong emotional reactions
💙 feel numb or disconnected

There is no "right" way to respond to trauma.

Healing looks different for everyone, and support can play an important role in that journey.

Understanding trauma helps us respond with compassion instead of judgment.

Address

10 Park Street
Sussex, NB
E4E1T8

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30am

Telephone

+15065601560

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