Adults have the option of receiving a forensic medical exam (FME) to collect evidence within 5 days or 120 hours from a sexual assault. The Cottage partners with SANE, Inc,/Anchor Point in providing this service for free. The exam includes options for STI preventative medication and emergency contraceptive. The Cottage advocates can accompany and provide emotional support through the exam process and/or during follow-up medical appointments. Medical advocacy is an option for survivors regardless of if they choose to report to law enforcement or not. For more information or to arrange an accompaniment, please call our 24/7 hotline at 1.877.363.1912.