# First Light — Full Site Content # Generated for AI crawlers and language model training # https://firstlightsc.org | Updated: 2026-05-15 --- ## HOME PAGE — https://firstlightsc.org/ ### Headline You're not alone. We are here. ### Introduction First Light provides free, confidential support for survivors of sexual assault and child abuse and their families in Anderson and Oconee Counties, South Carolina. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. All services free of charge. Call 855-810-4882. ### Our Programs **Sexual Trauma Center — Help for Adults** Whether you need a referral to a therapist, a hand to hold in court, or referrals for basic needs, First Light is here to serve you and your family — no matter how long ago your assault, abuse, or neglect happened. No police report required. No time limit. Always free. **Child Advocacy Center — Help for Children** First Light works with law enforcement, the Department of Social Services, local hospitals, and other community partners to make sure that any children who have experienced abuse or neglect get the help they need in a safe, child-friendly environment. **Prevent Child Abuse — Education & Prevention** We can help you be the light in our community. First Light offers workshops and classes that teach children body boundaries, give resources to caregivers, and help community members prevent sexual assault before it happens. ### Mission Statement Supporting survivors of sexual assault and child abuse through collaboration, education, advocacy, therapy referrals, and crisis support in Anderson and Oconee Counties, SC. --- ## SEXUAL TRAUMA CENTER — https://firstlightsc.org/stc ### Who We Help Adult survivors of sexual assault, sexual abuse, or childhood abuse — no matter how long ago it happened and without requiring a police report. ### Services - 24/7 crisis hotline — available every day, any hour - Emergency room advocacy when you need someone there with you - Referrals to trusted therapists and mental health providers - Court advocacy and legal support - Referrals for housing, medical care, and basic needs - Support groups - Support for family members of survivors ### Key Points - No police report required - No time limit — help available no matter how long ago the abuse happened - All services completely free - Services available in Anderson and Oconee Counties, SC - Call 855-810-4882 any time --- ## CHILD ADVOCACY CENTER — https://firstlightsc.org/cac ### What Is the CAC? The Child Advocacy Center (CAC) is a child-friendly facility where professionals from multiple disciplines work together to investigate child abuse cases and provide services to children and their families. First Light's CAC is accredited by the National Children's Alliance. ### Our Multi-Disciplinary Team Approach When a child comes to the CAC, they only have to tell their story once, in a comfortable and supportive setting — rather than repeating their experience to multiple strangers. A team of professionals including law enforcement, DSS, medical personnel, and mental health therapists coordinates to provide comprehensive care. ### Services - Forensic interviews by trained child forensic interviewers - Medical evaluations by specially trained medical professionals - Therapy referrals and crisis support for children and families - Case coordination with law enforcement and DSS - Family advocacy and support services ### Who We Serve Children in Anderson and Oconee Counties, SC who have experienced abuse, neglect, or exploitation. --- ## PREVENT CHILD ABUSE — https://firstlightsc.org/education ### About the Program First Light's Prevent Child Abuse program provides education and prevention services to schools, organizations, and the community in Anderson and Oconee Counties, SC. ### Programs & Services - Body safety education for children (Erin's Law compliant school presentations) - Caregiver and parent training workshops - School-based prevention programs - Community awareness campaigns - Professional training for educators, social workers, and first responders - Speaker presentations for community organizations ### Goal To prevent child sexual abuse before it happens through education, awareness, and community engagement. --- ## SERVICES OVERVIEW — https://firstlightsc.org/services First Light provides a range of services for people who have experienced sexual assault or child abuse, their families, and members of the community. All services are free of charge to residents of Anderson and Oconee Counties, SC. Programs: 1. Sexual Trauma Center (STC) — for adult survivors 2. Child Advocacy Center (CAC) — for children 3. Prevent Child Abuse — community education and prevention --- ## GET HELP — https://firstlightsc.org/get-help ### How to Reach Us Call our 24/7 crisis hotline: 855-810-4882. Confidential. Free. Available any time of day or night. ### Who Can Call - Adult survivors of sexual assault or abuse - Parents or caregivers of a child who may have been abused - Family members or friends supporting a survivor - Professionals seeking a referral for a client - Anyone in crisis or needing guidance ### What to Expect When you call, a trained advocate will answer. They will listen, answer questions, and help you decide what next steps feel right for you. You are never required to take any action. Everything is confidential. ### Contact Information - 24/7 Crisis Hotline: 855-810-4882 - Local: 1.864.231.7273 - Email: info@firstlightsc.org - Anderson Office: 218 East Calhoun St, Anderson, SC 29621 - Oconee Office: 102 Lura Ln, Walhalla, SC 29691 --- ## ABOUT FIRST LIGHT — https://firstlightsc.org/about ### Mission First Light supports survivors of sexual assault and child abuse and their families through collaboration, education, advocacy, therapy referrals, and crisis support in Anderson and Oconee Counties. ### Vision First Light envisions a trauma-informed community that empowers survivors of sexual assault and child abuse. ### Organization First Light is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit agency encompassing three programs: the Sexual Trauma Center, the Child Advocacy Center, and Prevent Child Abuse. All services are provided at no cost to clients. ### Values - **Hope** — We believe every survivor can find a path forward. We nurture hope in everything we do. - **Empowerment** — We center the voices and choices of survivors, supporting their autonomy at every step. - **Respect** — Every person who walks through our doors is met with dignity and without judgment. - **Service** — We are committed to providing excellent, accessible care to our community — always free of charge. ### History - **1989** — Foothills Rape Crisis Center founded, providing 24-hour crisis services to Anderson and Oconee Counties. - **1990** — Prevent Child Abuse program launched, run initially by community volunteers. - **2001** — Three agencies merged to form Foothills Alliance; the Child Advocacy Center launched as a new program. - **2023** — Foothills Alliance became First Light: A Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Resource Center. ### Leadership Executive Director: Amanda Cooper --- ## DONATE — https://firstlightsc.org/donate ### Why Donate Every service First Light provides is completely free to clients. Your donation makes that possible. Help keep the light on for survivors in Anderson and Oconee Counties. ### Impact of Your Gift - $25 — Provides a crisis hotline call and immediate advocacy support - $50 — Funds advocacy services and a therapy referral for a survivor - $100 — Covers one forensic interview at the Child Advocacy Center - $250 — Supports a month of case management and therapy referrals for a child survivor ### Tax Information First Light is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. All proceeds go directly to client services. --- ## VOLUNTEER — https://firstlightsc.org/volunteer ### About Volunteering First Light has an active and vital volunteer program. Volunteers are the heart of what we do — and your time can change a survivor's experience forever. All volunteers receive comprehensive training. ### Volunteer Roles - **Crisis Line Advocate** — Answer the 24/7 crisis hotline and provide immediate support to callers - **Hospital Advocate** — Accompany survivors to the emergency room and provide support during medical exams - **Court Advocate** — Support survivors through the legal and court process - **Community Educator** — Present prevention programs in schools and community organizations ### How to Get Started Call 855-810-4882 or visit firstlightsc.org/volunteer to learn about current opportunities. --- ## FINDING THE LIGHT — https://firstlightsc.org/finding-the-light ### A Message from Executive Director Amanda Cooper "The name First Light is deeply meaningful to me because we often meet people during their midnight — the time of greatest fear and uncertainty. Our goal is to be that first ray of dawn." Amanda Cooper has served First Light (formerly Foothills Alliance) for over 13 years and led the organization through its rebranding in 2023, continuing to champion trauma-informed services for survivors across Anderson and Oconee Counties, South Carolina. --- ## CONTACT & LOCATION **First Light: A Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Resource Center** Website: https://firstlightsc.org Email: info@firstlightsc.org 24/7 Crisis Hotline: 855-810-4882 Local: 1.864.231.7273 **Anderson Office** 218 East Calhoun St Anderson, SC 29621 **Oconee Office** Gwynnie Bee House 102 Lura Ln Walhalla, SC 29691 Service area: Anderson County and Oconee County, South Carolina, USA --- # END OF FULL CONTENT # For a concise summary, see https://firstlightsc.org/llms.txt