Abigail’s Arms


No one asks for it.

No one deserves it.

The Sexual Assault Interagency Forensic Team (or “SAIF” Team) is our community initiative to provide services to victims of sexual assault and other violent crimes at the time of crisis. Our trained Advocates will respond to the hospital or police department to assist victims and assure their voices are heard.

Physical Address

1600 Aspen
Gainesville, TX 76240

201 Harvey St.
Gainesville, TX 76240

Mailing Address

P.O. Box 1221
Gainesville, TX 76241

What Can I do to Help?

If Someone makes an outcry...

Believe them.

Maintain a calm manner.

Listen without interrupting. Encourage them to take whatever time is necessary.

Respect the language they use to identify what’s happened.


Validate their experience or reactions.

Remind them that they are not at fault.

Help them identify other safe people in their existing support system.

Encourage them to seek medical attention and counseling.

Allow them to make their own decisions.

Call 940-665-2873 for 24 hours crisis assistance