Local Support in Waterford
💜 Local Support in Waterford
⚠️In an emergency, always call 999 or 112.
To report a crime, you can contact the Garda Confidential Line: 1800 666 111
🚔 Emergency and Legal Support
Sexual Assault Treatment Unit (SATU)
Provides medical care and forensic examination for those who have experienced recent sexual assault.
Nearest SATU: Waterford University Hospital or South East SATU, Kilkenny.
Call 999 / 112 to be referred, or visit
🌐www.hse.ie/satu
Waterford Rape Crisis Centre (WRCC)
Offers free and confidential counselling, advocacy, and information to survivors (aged 14+) of sexual violence.
Support includes accompaniment to court, Garda interviews, and medical appointments.
Address: 2A Waterside, Waterford City. X91 Y361. 📞 Freephone: 1800 296 296
info@waterfordrsac.ie.
🌐www.waterfordcrisiscentre.com
Oasis House Women’s Refuge – Waterford
Provides emergency accommodation, outreach support, court accompaniment, and counselling for women and children experiencing domestic or sexual abuse.
Address: 72 Morrisson's Rd, Browley East, Waterford📞 Helpline: 0818 272 372
📞 Office: 051 370 367
🌐www.womensaid.ie
🧠 Supports for Students and Staff
Students and staff affected by sexual violence, harassment, or consent-related issues can access:
- College Guidance Counsellors and Wellbeing Services (confidential support)
📞 National Helplines and Specialist Services
Women’s Aid (National Helpline)
24-hour national service supporting women experiencing domestic, sexual, or intimate partner abuse.
Offers listening, advice, safety planning, and referral to local services.
📞 24hr Helpline: 1800 341 900
📱 Instant messaging: chat.womensaid.ie
🌐www.womensaid.ie
National 24-Hour Rape Crisis Helpline (Dublin Rape Crisis Centre)
Free, confidential emotional support and information for anyone affected by sexual violence.
📞1800 77 88 88
🌐www.drcc.ie
Hotline.ie
National reporting service for illegal online content, including intimate images shared without consent.
🌐www.hotline.ie
Men Overcoming Violence (MOVE Ireland)
Programme for men seeking to address and change violent or abusive behaviour in intimate relationships.
🌐www.moveireland.ie