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If you have been raped or sexually assaulted, we can help.

Archway Glasgow is a SARCS, a dedicated NHS service specialising in caring for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted.

People can access our care with or without police involvement.

Our service is appointment-only but our phoneline is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

When you call, there’s no obligation to make an appointment – we can discuss your choices and give you time to think them over.

Call 0141 211 8175 any time, day or night.


If you are in immediate danger, it is important to first contact emergency services.

Non-urgent advice: Phone 999 or go to A&E immediately if:

• you’re bleeding heavily
• you believe you were drugged
• you were choked or strangled during the assault
• you have any bruising or pain around your throat or neck
• you lost consciousness (fainted or passed out) at any point during or after the assault
• you have any type of head injury
• you have any pain in your chest
• you think you might have a broken bone
• you have difficulty breathing

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What is SARCS?

Archway Glasgow is a Sexual Assault Response Coordination Service (SARCS).

A SARCS is a dedicated NHS service which offers healthcare and support in the days after a rape or a sexual assault.

You don’t need a GP or other healthcare professional to refer you to a SARCS, you can do this yourself.

There are several SARCS across Scotland. Find out more on NHS inform: Turn to SARCS