SANE Program Information

The examination can take place in a specially equipped room at the Sparrow Emergency Department. A sexual assault examination includes a history from the patient, thorough assessment to evaluate for trauma and a detailed genital examination to evaluate for trauma and collection of forensic evidence.

The sexual assault examination will be explained to the patient so they can make an informed choice and provide consent for care.

Over 380 sexual assault survivors receive care through the S.A.N.E. program each year. Call 517.364.3641 for more information.

You do not need to give your name when calling for resources.

The SANE Program Provides:

Referrals to the following agencies as appropriate:

Free sexual assault counseling (and 24 hour crisis line) is offered through: Listening Ear 517.337.1717 MSU 24 Hour Crisis Line 517.355.8270

Resources: (Adobe PDF documents) SANE Brochue CASART Brochure EVE (End Violent Encounters) Brochure EVE Counseling Programs EVE Dating Violence Prevention Education EVE Outreach Programs Personal Protection Orders Office SANE After Care Instructions Michigan Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence End Violent Encounters, Inc. (EVE)

• Crisis Lines
• Advocate Agencies
• Shelters
• PPO Office
• Police
• Child Protective Services
• Counseling

Referrals for a SANE Examination:

• Patients who report being sexually assaulted
• Patients of any age
• Patients of any race
• Patients of any gender

Care provided can include, as appropriate:

• SANE examination
• Referrals
• Emergency contraception
• STD prophylactic treatment
• Expert witness
• Educational presentations