Sara's Story
Sara tried telling her mom what “Grandpa” was doing to her, but Mom didn’t understand. “Grandpa,” a close family friend, was sexually abusing Sara every time he visited. Ten months later, Sara’s little sister witnessed “Grandpa’s” sexual assault. Together the girls described to their mom what was happening. Safe Passage helped Sara begin to heal. Through Safe Passage, Sara was able to talk about what had happened, and she received access to counseling and a medical exam. A Safe Passage Advocate prepared Sara for going to court and stayed by her side through the proceedings.

Working with children through age 18 and their families, Safe Passage focuses on the Colorado Springs and Pikes Peak region. Our mission is to help children suffering from sexual abuse begin to heal. Our multidisciplinary approach brings together professionals from all areas to reduce trauma to children and their families while supporting their needs.

How We Can Help

Forensic Interviews
Safe Passage’s onsite forensic interviewers and state-of-the-art videotaping minimize trauma for the child while maximizing information gathered. We also reduce the risk for contamination of the interview for a potential trial.

Forensic Medical Exams
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE) can perform head-to-toe exams onsite in a non-intrusive manner, helping reduce stress and trauma on the child and family. These medical assessments are provided free of charge to the family.

Court Preparation
The goal of the Court Preparation program is to educate child victims and their parents about the court process and includes:

• Individual court preparation with children
• Support in court while testifying
• Court orientation sessions for parents

Advocacy & Educational Support Groups
Safe Passage’s Family Support Advocates are champions for families. They provide referrals to community resources. Safe Passage also offers the following support groups for child victims and their families:

• Girls group (age 9 – 12)
• Teen Group (age 13 – 18)
• Non-Offending Parents Support Groups

Training for Professionals
Safe Passage offers a variety of trainings to build competency and awareness within the community among professionals working with victims of abuse, with religious organizations and with school organizations. Check our training calendar for upcoming opportunities.

Contact Us
Safe Passage is open Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

The first step is often the hardest. Safe Passage is here to help. Call us at 719-636-2460.