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About Us

Our History

While doing her work as Chief Probation Officer of Fayette County, SAFE founder Doris Benefiel saw a need for support services for victims of sexual assault and their families. After exploring the possibilities, a core group of eight women from various organizations and professions visited the Illinois Coalition Against Sexual Assault (ICASA) Office in Springfield. SAFE was incorporated in January 1986 as a nonprofit focusing on sexual crisis intervention in Fayette County. Since its birth, SAFE has expanded from a small office in Fayette County to four offices covering eleven counties in South-Central Illinois.

Our Services

ALL services are provided free of charge.
For Survivors
We offer medical/legal advocacy and counseling services to survivors, regardless of how much time has passed since the assault.
For Friends and Family
After an assault, it is common for friends and family of the survivor to need support as well. We offer counseling services to any support person, regardless of whether or not the survivor themselves is receiving SAFE services.
For the Community

Locations

Vandalia (Home Office) 1410 Sunset Dr. Ste G. Vandalia, IL 62471 618-283-1414
Centralia 730 E. 2nd St. Centralia, IL 62801 618-533-0475
Effingham 401 E. Washington St. Effingham, IL 62401 217-342-6623
Mount Vernon 4114 N. Water Tower Pl. Ste. G Mount Vernon, IL 62864 618-316-7017

Contact Us

SAFE is a proud United Way partner. SAFE is funded in part or in whole by the Illinois Coalition Against Sexual Assault.
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