SARC Is Moving Into a New Healing-Centered Home This January

For more than 40 years, the Sexual Assault Resource Center (SARC) has moved alongside survivors and their supporters through some of the most difficult moments of their lives. As our community grows and the needs of survivors evolve, so must the spaces where healing takes place. That’s why we are excited to share that SARC will be moving into a brand-new, purpose-built home within the new Family Peace Center of Washington County, opening January 20, 2026.

This move is much more than a change of address. It represents a new chapter for survivor-centered, community-rooted support in Washington County.

A Space Designed With Survivors — Not Just for Them

The Family Peace Center will be the first facility of its kind in the United States to integrate domestic and sexual violence services, child abuse medical care, law enforcement, housing support, legal aid, mental health care, and even a therapeutic preschool—all under one roof.

The building’s design was shaped by the lived experiences and feedback of survivors themselves. Everything from the curved hallways to the warm lighting to the naming of each floor (“Hope,” “Healing,” and “Safety”) reflects what survivors told us helps create emotional ease, safety, and dignity.

In our new location, SARC will have:

• Private, confidential advocacy spaces for confidential support

• A new Healing Space dedicated to groups, workshops, art-based healing, and survivor and community gatherings

• Immediate access to more than 20 partner agencies—all in one building

• A trauma-informed environment that supports comfort, calm, and belonging

This move allows us to expand how we show up for survivors while staying deeply grounded in our mission, values, and community.

What This Means During the Transition

To make this move with the care it deserves, SARC will observe a soft close from December 24, 2025 through January 19, 2026.

During this time:

• Our physical offices will be closed

• Our 24-Hour Support & Resource Line stays open at 503-640-5311

• In-person accompaniment advocacy to hospitals, campuses, and law enforcement reporting will continue without interruption and can be accessed via the Support Line at 503-640-5311.

• Full services and in-person appointments will resume January 20, 2026

Our commitment to survivors remains unwavering—no matter where we are located.

We Are Still Here, Through Every Stride

Moving into the Family Peace Center marks an important shift toward an even more connected and compassionate system of support for survivors of sexual violence. This new chapter strengthens our ability to offer holistic support and to co-create healing-centered pathways alongside survivors, communities, and our partner organizations.

We can’t wait to welcome you into our new space in January.

If you or someone you care about needs support at any time, please call or text our 24-Hour Support & Resource Line: 503-640-5311.
You are not alone. We are here with you.