The Witham Center of Hope
A place of compassion, care, and safety for victims of sexual assault, abuse and violence
The Witham Center of Hope will care for adults who have experienced personal harm through any type of physical abuse.
A safe haven and confidential space
In the Witham Center of Hope victims will have access to:
- A safe and confidential place to report their abuse and receive top notch medical care.
- Forensic exams performed by specially trained nurses who specialize in providing trauma informed care.
- Connections to care, such as mental health services, domestic violence resources, and counseling.
Located inside Witham's Emergency Room in Whitestown at Anson at 6085 Heartland Drive, Zionsville, IN 46077.
317-768-2100
What you should know about sexual assault, abuse, and violence
- Violence can happen to anyone. It is not your fault.
- Approximately 1 in 4 individuals experience sexual assault or unwanted sexual contact.
- It is estimated that only 25-30% of cases are reported.
- At least 173 cases of sexual assault were reported in Boone County from 2020-2022.
- An average of 2,240 instances of sexual assault are reported in Indiana each year.
- Many cases are not reported.
Domestic violence or intimate partner violence and emotional abuse are behaviors used by one person in a relationship to control another.
This may include:
- Name calling and put downs
- Keeping a partner from contacting family or friends
- Withholding money
- Stopping a partner from getting a job or keeping a job
- Actual or threatened physical harm
- Sexual assault
- Stalking
- Intimidation
Help and hope are here for you
If you have been assaulted or abused, it’s natural to experience emotions and pain that you have never had before. You deserve care and attention from a special group of professionals who are here to help.
Abuse is not your fault. |
You are not alone. |
Help is available. |
What to do if you have been assaulted
- Make sure you are safe.
- Call 911 or someone you can trust.
- Know that you are not alone.
- Contact or go to a Center of Hope - even if you do not wish to report the assault to law enforcement. We can help!
- Time is essential. The chances of collecting evidence decrease over time. Do not delay seeking treatment, even if you are undecided on what to do.
- Avoid changing clothes or taking a shower before seeking treatment.
- Avoid eating, drinking, or smoking before seeking treatment.
- If you must empty your bladder, it is best if you do not wipe afterward.
- If you wish, the Center of Hope can contact Law Enforcement for you.
- YOU are in control. Once you present for treatment, you may change your mind and stop at any point.
The Witham Center of Hope was created in Boone County through the generosity of the Witham Health Services Foundation and donors. Continuing contributions support the purchase of supplies to make victims more comfortable during their stay.
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Witham Health Services opens first Center of Hope in Boone County
On Thursday, July 10, Witham Health Services hosted a ribbon cutting event to celebrate the grand opening of the first Center of Hope for Boone County. The center, located inside Witham’s Emergency Room in Whitestown at Anson, will care for adult victims who have experienced sexual or physical abuse.
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Current: A place of caring: Center of Hope opens at Witham Health Services in Whitestown
Victims of abuse and sexual assault have a safe place to receive treatment and care in Boone County. Witham Health Services celebrated the grand opening of the first Center of Hope in Boone County July 10 at the emergency room campus in Whitestown, 6085 Heartland Dr., next to the Whitestown Municipal Complex.
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