| Senior Center Bus Services |
BT-4500.4700-800 |
Fixed-route bus transportation provided by senior centers for elderly participants in their programs who do not have any other means of reaching the center. Also included are door-to-door bus programs for seniors, where they are available. |
0 |
| Senior Centers |
TC-5500.8000 |
Multipurpose centers that serve as focal points for older adults in the community and which offer, at a single location, a wide variety of services and activities that are needed by and of interest to this population. |
20 |
| Senior Community Service Employment Programs |
ND-6500.8000 |
Programs funded under Title V of the Older Americans Act (OAA) and administered by the U.S. Department of Labor whose purpose is to develop workforce skills in unemployed, low-income older adults age 55 and older with poor employment prospects. Program participants are assigned to paid community service placements with a non-profit organization or governmental entity for purposes of training and acquisition or improvement of skills that may lead to unsubsidized employment or a job that is not subsidized by the program. In collaboration with the participant, the program must develop an Individual Employment Plan, which outlines steps for achieving goals as determined through personal interviews and assessment instruments. Participants may be offered supportive services such as transportation, counseling, work equipment and other items to assist them in participating in the SCSEP and preparing them for a permanent job. |
3 |
| Senior Companion Program |
ND-9200.8000-800 |
Programs that provide part-time opportunities for low-income individuals age 60 and older to serve one-on-one with frail elderly and other homebound persons who have difficulty completing everyday tasks. They assist with grocery shopping, bill paying, and transportation to medical appointments, and alert doctors and family members to potential problems. Senior Companions also provide short periods of relief to primary caregivers. Senior companions receive a modest tax-free stipend for their work as well as reimbursement for transportation, annual physical examinations, meals, and accident and liability insurance during service. Local nonprofit organizations and public agencies receive grants to sponsor and operate Senior Companion projects. The Senior Companion Program is part of Senior Corps, a network of programs administered by the Corporation for National and Community Service. |
0 |
| Senior Corps Volunteer Programs |
ND-9200.8000 |
A network of programs including Foster Grandparents, Senior Companions and RSVP (Retired and Senior Volunteer Program) that tap the experience, skills and talents of older adults to meet community challenges. Senior Corp volunteers assist local nonprofits, public agencies, and faith-based organizations in carrying out their missions in all 50 states. |
3 |
| Senior Dance Troupe Performances |
TA-1700.8000 |
Programs that offer performances which feature dance groups whose members are generally age 60 and older. |
0 |
| Senior Hospital Membership Programs |
LH-6300.8000 |
Health care facilities that offer an enrollment program for seniors which provides information, claims assistance, education and senior wellness programs, and discounts for other hospital services. |
0 |
| Senior Housing Information and Referral |
BH-8500.8000 |
Programs that maintain information about retirement residences, residential care facilities and nursing homes, and link older adults who are looking for alternative living options with appropriate independent or supervised living resources. |
1 |
| Senior Olympics |
PL-8000.5500-800 |
An international program of sports training and competition for athletes age 50 and older which features a variety of events including archery, badminton, basketball, bounce volleyball, bowling, cycling, golf, horseshoes, racewalk, racquetball, road race, shuffleboard, slowpitch softball, swimming, table tennis, track and field, triathlon and volleyball. Included are organizations that sponsor, organize, hold, promote, sell tickets to and publicize the events; provide information about competition schedules; and/or maintain information about current standings. |
0 |
| Senior Ride Programs |
BT-4500.6500-800 |
Programs that provide door-to-door (or curb-to-curb) transportation for purposes of medical appointments, shopping, banking, social events, and other similar activities for older adults who need special accommodations and are unable to utilize other available means of transportation. |
7 |
| Sensitivity Training |
PH-6200.8000 |
Programs that offer training in small interactive groups that is designed to increase each participant's awareness of his or her own feelings and the feelings of others; and to enhance interpersonal relations through the exploration of the behavior, needs and responses of the individuals who are members of the group. |
0 |
| Sensory Integration Equipment |
LH-0600.8000 |
Programs that pay for or provide weighted vests and blankets, lap pads, sensory toys and furniture and other "sensory diet" tools that support sensory integration therapy, build functional skills, or solve common problems for individuals with sensory processing disorders. |
0 |
| Sensory Integration Therapy |
LR-6200.8000 |
Programs that offer therapeutic sessions which treat individuals, usually children, who have sensory processing disorder (also known as sensory integrative dysfunction), a condition in which the brain has difficulty organizing information about one's own body and the world that is gained through the five senses (sight, hearing, taste, smell and touch). Difficulties may also affect the proprioceptive system which provides a sense of the position of the body in space and the vestibular system which provides a sense of how the body is moving even when the eyes are closed. Sensory integration is practiced by occupational therapists who design individual programs or a "sensory diet" to help individuals process and use sensory information. |
0 |
| Sensory Processing Disorder |
YF-3000.7730 |
A neurological disorder (also known as "sensory integration dysfunction") that is characterized by the brain's inability to organize information about one's own body and the world that is obtained through the five senses (sight, hearing, taste, smell and touch). Difficulties may also affect the proprioceptive system which provides a sense of the position of the body in space and the vestibular system which provides a sense of how the body is moving even when the eyes are closed. Depending on the form the disorder takes, symptoms may include oversensitivity to touch, movement, sights or sounds; lack of reaction to external stimuli including an inadequate response to pain or temperature extremes; unusually high or low activity level; lack of coordination/motor clumsiness; and behavioral problems. SPD is often associated with other diagnoses such as learning disabilities, attention deficit disorder, autism spectrum disorders, language impairments, anxiety disorders, depression and behavioral disorders. Its status as a diagnosis in its own right has yet to be universally accepted. |
0 |
| Sentencing Reform Groups |
TD-1600.1530-800 |
Organizations that advocate for changes in the regulations that govern sentencing practices that will ensure that the courts deal effectively with offenders, particularly those who are violent, while protecting their Constitutional rights. Sentencing reform issues include "three strikes" type laws for repeat offenders, determinate versus indeterminate sentencing, mandatory minimum sentencing for specified crimes, and alternatives to imprisonment for lesser offenders to prevent overcrowding and premature release of more dangerous inmates. |
0 |
| Separated Families |
YJ-9000 |
Families that are unable to live together due to the illness, imprisonment, military or job assignment of one or more of their members. |
0 |
| Separated/Separating Persons |
YJ-9100 |
Married individuals who are living apart or in the process of separating and are potentially contemplating divorce or permanent separation, whose patterns of personal, social and familial coping have been significantly affected by problems in their marital relationships. |
0 |
| Separation Anxiety Disorder |
YF-5000.1700-850 |
A disorder of childhood that is characterized by excessive anxiety on separation from major attachment figures or from home or other familiar surroundings. When separation occurs, the child may experience anxiety to the point of panic. Associated behaviors are unrealistic fear regarding harm to attachment figures; persistent reluctance to go to school, to sleep alone, or be alone in the home or otherwise be separated from major attachment figures; repeated nightmares involving the theme of separation; complaints of physical symptoms on school days; and social withdrawal, sadness, apathy or signs of excessive distress upon separation. |
0 |
| Separation/Divorce Support Groups |
PN-8100.6500-750 |
Mutual support groups whose members are adults and/or children who are experiencing the trauma of a divorce or a broken relationship. The groups provide an opportunity for participants to understand their relationships past and present; work through feelings of grief, loss, rejection, guilt and other emotions related to their experience; and gain a sense of their own identity. Meeting formats may include in-person, telephone or Internet options. |
0 |
| Septic System Abandonment Permits |
TE-1000.1500-740.80 |
Programs that issue permits which provide written authorization for property owners who want to permanently discontinue use of their on-site wastewater treatment (septic) system, to close and abandon their system, generally in situations where they have received permission to connect to the municipal sewer system. Once approved, all system components including the tank, cesspool, pits, overflows and "drywell" components must be pumped out and properly disposed of per local regulations. Septic system abandonment must generally be performed by a registered contractor. |
0 |
| Septic System Inspection/Maintenance |
PH-3300.2750-760 |
Programs that offer the services of individuals who inspect, clean and/or repair septic systems as part of routine maintenance, in response to septic system problems or in conjunction with selling or purchasing property. Inspections generally include examination of the location, age, size and original design of the septic system; the soil conditions, drainage, seasonal water table and flooding possibilities on the site where the septic system is located; the sludge level in the septic tank if it has not been recently pumped; plumbing fixtures and their layout to determine whether structural changes have been made to the plumbing that would increase flow to the septic system above capacity; and the condition of the absorption field, i.e., evidence of liquid waste reaching the soil surface, draining toward nearby lakes and streams, or clogging the soil and gravel beneath the field. The inspection process identifies problems with the septic system and recommended solutions. Septic tanks should be pumped by a certified contractor on a routine basis. |
0 |
| Septic System Installation Permits |
TE-1000.1500-740.85 |
Programs that issue permits which provide written authorization for the installation of on-site systems that are designed to treat and dispose of domestic sewage. A typical septic system consists of an underground tank for sewage treatment, and a drainfield or leachfield for water dispersal into the soil. |
0 |
| Septic System Permits |
TE-1000.1500-740 |
Programs that issue permits which provide written authorization for the installation, repair or abandonment of on-site wastewater disposal (septic) systems. |
0 |
| Serbian Community |
YH-1800.8040 |
Individuals who are either citizens of Serbia or who identify themselves as part of the Serbian community. Serbia is a country in southeast Europe. The official language is Serbian. |
0 |
| Server Selection |
TP-3350.3000-800 |
Programs that help nonprofit organizations, small businesses and other groups make an assessment of their hardware needs and select and purchase one or more servers to manage their network resources. Servers are dedicated computers that can manage network traffic, control access to voice mail and electronic mail, manage facsimiles, control print requests, store data, process queries and handle other specialized tasks. Included are network servers, fax servers, file servers, print servers, database servers and a host of other options. |
0 |
| Server/Workstation Configuration Services |
TP-3350.6000-800 |
Programs that help nonprofit organizations, small businesses and other groups make decisions about the architecture of their network, i.e., determine whether all of the workstations will have the same capabilities and responsibilities (peer-to-peer networks); whether some of the computers will be dedicated to serve others (become servers) in order to maximize performance when network traffic is heavy (client/server networks); or whether there is a single, very powerful server that handles all computing responsibilities for the network (mainframe network). |
0 |
| Service Animal Issues |
YZ-8180 |
Programs that provide information and/or services that deal with the topic of autism service animals, dog guides, mobility assistance service animals, psychiatric service dogs, seizure dogs, signal dogs and other service animals. |
0 |
| Service Animal Purchase Assistance |
LR-7940 |
Programs that provide financial assistance to help people with disabilities obtain a dog guide, autism service animal, mobility assistance service animal, psychiatric service dog, seizure dog, signal dog or other type of animal who has been trained to provide specific forms of support. The assistance may help cover the purchase and transport of the animal, transportation for the new owner to travel for required training sessions (with a guardian or caregiver if necessary), as well as necessary accessories such as backpacks and harnesses. |
1 |
| Service Animals |
LR-7950 |
Programs that provide and train recipients in the use of animals who have been taught to help individuals who have disabilities increase their mobility and independence and/or maximize their ability to communicate effectively. |
4 |
| Service Clubs |
TD-1400.8000 |
Organizations whose members are business and professional men and/or women, housewives, students, military dependents or other individuals who have a common interest in improving the life of the community, which raise funds through events such as barbecues, theater parties, art shows or telethons to finance any of a wide variety of community service projects that have been selected by the membership. Most service clubs are chapters of national or international organizations. |
5 |
| Service Cost Payment Assistance |
NT-6500 |
Programs that provide financial assistance for the express purpose of helping people pay for necessary supportive services in situations where they cannot otherwise obtain them. Programs that purchase services for individuals as a component of case management are not included. |
5 |
| Service Dog Training Instruction for Owners |
PD-6250.0750-780 |
Programs that provide training instructions for dog owners who want to train their own animals to become autism service dogs, dog guides, mobility assistance service dogs, psychiatric service dogs, seizure dogs, signal dogs or service animals that provide assistance for people with other types of disabilities. Also included are programs that provide training instructions for working with other types of animals. |
0 |
| Service Learning Programs |
HH-7950 |
Programs that provide opportunities for students in elementary schools, secondary schools, institutions of higher education or community service programs to learn and develop through active participation in thoughtfully organized services that are conducted to meet the needs of the communities in which they live. Service learning programs are integrated into and enhance the academic curriculum of students or the education components of the service program in which participants are enrolled; and may involve projects such as preserving native plants, designing neighborhood playgrounds, teaching younger children to read, testing local water quality, creating wheelchair ramps, preparing food for people who are homeless, developing urban community gardens and starting school recycling programs. Many service learning programs are funded by Learn and Serve which is administered by the Corporation for National and Community Service. |
1 |
| Service Members With an Honorable Discharge |
YN-7510 |
Individuals who have completed their military service, have met the performance and personal conduct standards of the military and are being separated from the military with no further obligation to serve with an honorable discharge. Also included are individuals who receive a general discharge under honorable conditions due to satisfactory performance but have a history of minor military duty and conduct problems, e.g., failure to meet fitness and weight standards, minor discipline problems. Service members with an honorable discharge are entitled to most veteran benefits; and some benefits including education, health, retirement and travel benefits require an honorable discharge. Those with a general discharge are eligible for some but not all benefits. |
0 |
| Service Members with a Discharge Other Than Honorable |
YN-7500 |
Individuals who have completed their military service and are being separated from the military under conditions other than honorable due to conduct and performance that represents a serious departure from that expected of a service member, e.g., abuse of authority, misconduct that endangers other members of the military, use of deliberate force to hurt another person. Also included are service members who have received a bad conduct discharge or a dishonorable discharge as a result of a court martial. Individuals with bad conduct or dishonorable discharges are not eligible for veteran benefits. Those with OTH discharges probably are not eligible but their situations will be reviewed by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). |
0 |
| Service Occupations |
YO-8200 |
Individuals whose occupations are concerned with preparing and serving food and drinks in commercial, institutional or other establishments; providing housing, lodging and related services; providing grooming, cosmetic and other personal and health care services for children and adults; attending to the comfort or requests of patrons of amusement and recreation facilities; cleaning the interiors of buildings; maintaining grounds; or providing other services such as animal care and training, funeral and mortuary services, travel industry services or care for apparel and furnishings that meet the personal needs of individuals and commercial entities. Included are occupations that involve performing tasks in and around private households. |
0 |
| Service Planning and Delivery Assistance |
TP-6600.8000 |
Programs that help nonprofit organizations and other groups conceptualize, implement and/or refine a plan for making any of a variety of human services available to the residents of the community. Included are organizations that provide assistance for groups that want to replicate an existing program, e.g., establish a new chapter of a support group, as well as those that specialize in generic program planning and development. Assistance may deal with defining general programmatic elements such as types of services, service modalities, target populations, eligibility criteria, application procedures, fees, language capabilities, accessibility for people with disabilities and funding; or may focus on a specific component such as intake, screening, diagnostic and assessment services, casework or other service provision, case management, record keeping and/or follow-up to ensure that the individual's needs have been met. |
0 |
| Service Sector/Industry Statistics |
TJ-8000 |
Programs that are responsible for collecting, tabulating, presenting and analyzing statistics which relate to the activities of agencies, businesses and other organizations that are part of a particular service sector or industry. Sector categories group similar types of organizations based on what they do, e.g., the types of services they provide, the raw materials they process or the products they manufacture. Statistical reports may be national, state or local in scope. |
0 |
| Service Station Attendants |
YO-8500.8600-800 |
Individuals who service automobiles, buses, trucks and other vehicles with fuel, lubricants and accessories. They may fill fuel tanks of vehicles with gasoline or diesel fuel to the level specified by customers, observe the level of oil in crankcases and amount of water in radiators and add required amounts of oil and water, wash vehicle windshields, collect cash from customers for purchases and make change, or charge purchases using the customer's credit card. |
0 |
| Service Station Complaints |
DD-1500.8150 |
Programs that accept and, where possible, attempt to resolve complaints regarding short measures, dilution scams, gasoline or diesel contamination, gasoline additives, octane ratings, failure to display prices, price gouging, misleading advertising, unethical or improper conduct of personnel or other inappropriate business practices of service station personnel. |
0 |
| Service Station Pollution Control |
JD-6500.0500-780 |
Programs that establish standards for controlling emissions from gas pumps, nozzles and storage tanks in service stations; monitor service stations for compliance; investigate complaints regarding violations; and, when warranted, initiate litigation against individuals and organizations who have failed to comply with service station standards. |
0 |
| Set Designers |
YO-0300.6400-700 |
Individuals who create sets for movie, television and stage productions. They study scripts, confer with directors and other designers, and conduct research to determine the appropriate historical period, fashion and architectural styles. They then produce sketches or scale models to guide in the construction of the actual sets. |
0 |
| Seventh Day Adventist Community |
YR-1500.8200 |
Adherents of the religious doctrine that the second coming of Christ and the end of the world are near at hand. |
0 |
| Severe Alzheimer's Disease |
YF-3000.0440-800 |
A stage in the progression of Alzheimer's disease (usually a period of one to two years preceding death) which is characterized by anorexia; the inability to speak; hyperorality (the tendency to put inappropriate objects in the mouth); hyperactivity or hypoactivity; incontinence; the inability to recognize or learn; emotional flatness; seizures; and susceptibility to illness and infection. |
0 |
| Severe Intellectual Disabilities |
YF-1800.5000-800 |
A clinical condition in which the individual's level of intellectual functioning is within the IQ range of 20-34. Individuals with severe intellectual disabilities are capable of basic nonacademic skills which focus on self-care and self-preservation including basic communication skills. Some can learn to perform simple tasks in the home or work in a sheltered, prevocational setting, but require supervision throughout their lives. |
0 |
| Sewage Treatment Facilities |
TE-8920.9000-800 |
Programs that are responsible for the operation and maintenance of facilities that process raw sewage for environmentally safe disposal. |
0 |
| Sewage/Refuse Disposal Workers |
YO-6200.6450-750 |
Individuals who operate equipment that regulates the flow of radioactive or sewage waste and sludge through pumps, conveyors, blowers, chlorinators, vacuum filters and other decontaminating equipment; control equipment that burns garbage, refuse and sludge cake; manage sanitary landfills; or are engaged in related activities such as street cleaning. |
0 |
| Sewer Connection Permits |
TE-1000.1500-745 |
Programs that issue permits which authorize connections of new buildings to the municipal sewer system or private sewage disposal systems. |
0 |
| Sewer Connection Services |
TE-8920.9000-820 |
Programs that connect new properties and previously unconnected existing properties to the municipal sewer system; and replace older connections that are in danger of decaying or constitute "private" lateral links to the main system. Charges may be levied for all or a portion of the cost of this work. |
0 |
| Sewer Service Payment Assistance |
BV-8900.9300-800 |
Programs that pay all or a portion of sewer service expenses of people who are unable to pay their bills in communities where sewer services are billed separately from water services. Sewer service payment assistance programs may have age, income, disability, need or other eligibility requirements. |
0 |
| Sewer System Complaints |
DD-1500.8155 |
Programs that accept and, where possible, attempt to resolve complaints regarding the services, rates and other business practices of organizations that are responsible for the development and maintenance of the sewer system. |
0 |
| Sewer System Maintenance |
TE-8920.9000-830 |
Programs that are responsible for the operation, inspection, maintenance and repair of the pipes, drains and manholes that constitute the sewage collection system which transports liquid waste to treatment facilities. In some jurisdictions, the wastewater from the system of storm drains also runs into the main sewer system. |
2 |
| Sewing Clubs |
PS-8200.6000-800 |
Programs that provide organized opportunities for individuals to pursue their interest in sewing, often through the medium of a club or society which is under the leadership of people who are knowledgeable in the subject. Activities may include lectures by people with sewing expertise; demonstrations of sewing techniques; and regular meetings at which members share tips, patterns and information about current projects, work on individual or joint projects (some of which may be charitable) and enjoy the company of other enthusiasts. Some clubs may also arrange for discounts on materials and tools, sponsor exhibits or sales of clothing or art pieces created by members, publish a newsletter or provide a library of resources about the craft. Included are Internet-based virtual clubs, WebRings devoted to the subject and clubs where members meet face-to-face. |
0 |
| Sewing Instruction |
PL-7400.6000-800 |
Programs that provide classes, individual lessons or other opportunities for people who want to learn or perfect their skills in using a sewing machine and in performing some hand stitching to construct, mend or alter garments and/or craft items. |
0 |
| Sewing/Needlecraft Volunteer Opportunities |
PX-0700.8000 |
Organizations that are actively seeking individuals who are skilled in crocheting, embroidery, knitting, quilt making, rug hooking, sewing or other crafts involving needlework who are willing to work on charitable projects on a voluntary basis without remuneration. |
0 |
| Sex Offender Counseling |
RP-1400.8000-795 |
Programs that provide voluntary or court-ordered individual or group counseling for people who have committed or are at risk of committing sexual offenses which may include rape or other sexual assault, nonfamilial child sexual assault, indecent exposure, or voyeurism, with the objective of eliminating violent and/or abusive behavior. |
5 |
| Sex Offender Registries/Community Notification |
FN-1500.6250-800 |
Programs that seek to prevent released sex offenders from committing new crimes by requiring them to register with local law enforcement officials or other agencies maintaining a central sex offender registry. Sex offender registry requirements vary by jurisdiction but information for the registry typically includes name, address, date of birth, social security information, physical description, fingerprints and photographs. Conviction information may also be required, as well as samples for DNA identification. Law enforcement authorities may also have the obligation to disseminate information about registered sex offenders. Notification may extend to prior victims, neighbors, schools, youth organizations and other relevant individuals or groups. In some cases, community-wide notification may be required. Newspapers, television, radio and community meetings are some of the methods used to provide community notification. |
1 |
| Sex Offenders |
YP-8000 |
Individuals who have committed rape or other sexual assault, nonfamilial child sexual assault, indecent exposure, voyeurism or other sexual offenses. |
0 |
| Sex Trade Related Helplines |
RP-1500.1400-740 |
Programs that provide immediate assistance for people (adults and/or adolescents) who are involved in prostitution or other aspects of sex trade work which may include steps to ensure the person's safety, short-term emotional support, and referrals to resources for legal and emotional needs, advocacy, housing alternatives and other related services. Helpline staff are generally available via telephone, email, chat and/or text. |
0 |
| Sex Trade Transition Programs |
ND-6500.8015 |
Programs that help individuals with current or past involvement in sex work move into mainstream employment or education and learn to become self-sufficient and independent. Included are residential programs for women and girls; drop-in programs where people can relax, find comfort and feel safe; resource centers that provide access to information and referrals to meet their needs; and re-entry diversion programs for individuals who have been incarcerated for prostitution. Services typically include assessment, peer support, referrals to programs and services, wrap-around support to build constructive relationships and networks, life skills and capacity building workshops, pre-employment and supported employment skills workshops, individualized after-care plans, and/or ongoing follow-up support. Some programs provide attendees with hygiene products, clothing, hot meals and resources for short-term shelter and other assistance with their decision. Transportation to relocation sites or other appropriate services may also be available. |
0 |
| Sex Trade Worker Drop In Centers |
ND-6500.8018 |
Programs that provide a safe and informal environment, often peer operated, where sex trade workers can relax, access health and legal information and resources, and find mutual support. |
0 |
| Sex Trade Worker Drop In Centers |
PH-7600 |
Programs that provide a safe and informal environment, often peer operated, where sex trade workers can relax, access health and legal information and resources, and find mutual support. |
0 |
| Sex Trade Worker Support Groups |
PN-8100.4500-790 |
Mutual support groups whose members are men, women and/or adolescents currently or formerly involved in prostitution, phone and online sex services, exotic dancing, pornography or other aspects of the sex industry. The groups meet in-person, by telephone or via the Internet; and allow participants to share experiences, build community and gain emotional support from others. |
0 |
| Sex Trade Workers |
YO-8200.8000 |
Men and women who are employed in the provision of sexual acts, and other activities designed specifically for sexual stimulation. Included are prostitutes, strippers, phone sex workers, live website sex performers and adult video performers. |
0 |
| Sex Trafficking Victims |
YX-1500.9000-800 |
Individuals who have been forced into prostitution against their will or to serve as "sex slaves". The commercial sex trade can include street prostitution, massage parlors, escort services, strip clubs and residential brothels. Sex trafficking can be defined as the recruitment, harboring, transportation, provision or obtaining of a person for the purposes of a commercial sex act, in which the commercial sex act is induced by force, fraud or coercion, or in which the person induced to perform such an act has not attained 18 years of age. |
0 |
| Sex/Gender |
YS |
The biologically determined (or surgically adopted) sex of individuals which may be the foundation for commonalities among people of the same gender as a result of similar experiences, concerns or expectations. "Sex" refers to the biological and physiological characteristics that define men and women. "Gender" refers to the socially constructed roles, behaviors, activities and attributes that a given society considers appropriate for men and women. "Male" and "female" are sex categories, while "masculine" and "feminine" are gender categories. |
0 |
| Sexual Abstinence Education Programs |
LJ-8000.8250 |
Programs targeting school-age children that are designed to delay the onset of sexual activity until the individual is married and thus reduce the incidence of adolescent pregnancy, STD transmission, and HIV/AIDS. Most programs address the benefits of sexual abstinence and promote the concepts that abstinence until marriage and mutual monogamous relationships during marriage are expected standards, that contrary behavior is likely to have harmful physical and psychological effects, that bearing children out of wedlock is likely to have harmful consequences for all, that abstinence is the only certain way to avoid pregnancy and related health problems, and that alcohol and drug use increase vulnerability to sexual advances. Abstinence education programs are offered by a variety of organizations including the schools, religious groups and agencies that serve youth; vary in format, some providing educational classes, others individual sessions; and may include role play components or other devices which help children learn and practice ways to reject sexual overtures. |
0 |
| Sexual Abstinence Support Groups |
PN-8100.4500-800 |
Mutual support groups whose members have adopted the practice of voluntarily refraining from some or all aspects of sexual activity and want an opportunity to share their hopes, fears and experiences with others who have made the same commitment and draw on the support of the group to help them remain celibate. Meeting formats may include in-person, telephone or Internet options. Common reasons to deliberately abstain from the physical expression of sexual desire include religious or philosophical reasons (e.g. chastity), health-related reasons (to prevent conception or STD transmission), lack of suitable partners, or to conform to legal injunctions. |
0 |
| Sexual Assault Counseling |
RP-1400.8000-800 |
Programs that provide crisis, short-term and/or ongoing counseling for people who are coping with the emotional trauma of being forced to engage in sexual intercourse or other sexual acts without their consent. Included are military sexual trauma (MST) counseling programs offered by facilities operated by the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs, which address the needs of veterans who have been traumatized by having experienced assault or repeated threatening sexual harassment which occurred while serving on active duty in the military. Counseling and support may be offered in a variety of settings and may include individual, conjoint, family and group therapy sessions for the survivor and/or significant others. |
7 |
| Sexual Assault Hotlines |
RP-1500.1400-750 |
Programs that provide immediate assistance for people who are survivors of rape, incest and other forms of sexual assault which may include steps to ensure the person's safety, short-term emotional support, information regarding the person's rights and alternatives, and referrals and/or accompaniment to resources for medical, legal and emotional needs, advocacy and other related services. Hotline staff are generally available via telephone, email, chat and/or text. |
6 |
| Sexual Assault Issues |
YZ-8200 |
Programs that provide information and/or services that deal with the topic of sexual assault. |
0 |
| Sexual Assault Prevention |
FN-1500.8150 |
Programs that help people who may be vulnerable to rape, molestation or other forms of sexual assault become aware of the general precautions that can be taken to reduce the risk of becoming a victim, and the alternatives for handling the situation should they be approached or attacked. |
3 |
| Sexual Assault Protective/Restraining Orders |
FT-6940.7900 |
Programs that help people who have been sexually assaulted obtain a protective order from the court which requires that the alleged perpetrator stay away from the victim or the place where the victim lives or works, and to have no further contact with the victim. |
0 |
| Sexual Assault Shelters |
BH-1800.1500-800 |
Programs that provide temporary emergency shelter for women who have been victimized by rape and/or other forms of sexual assault. Such facilities usually provide in-house individual, group and significant other counseling and the full range of other secondary services related to sexual assault including referral to appropriate resources. |
1 |
| Sexual Assault Treatment |
LT-1750.7935 |
Programs that provide specialized medical care for adults and/or children who have been sexually assaulted. Treatment includes an examination for internal and external injuries, collection of physical evidence of the assault, and preventive care and/or treatment in case of venereal disease or pregnancy. Treatment is generally confidential and physical evidence of the assault is not shared with investigating authorities without the consent of the patient. Services are often provided by emergency room staff at a hospital or other health care facility and may include other crisis advocates/representatives. |
0 |
| Sexual Assault Volunteer Opportunities |
PX-2300.8000 |
Organizations that are actively seeking individuals with the requisite skills and experience who are willing to work on a voluntary basis without remuneration on any of a variety of projects which attempt to prevent sexual assault or provide supportive services for sexual assault survivors. |
0 |
| Sexual Assault/Incest Support Groups |
PN-8100.0200-800 |
Mutual support groups whose members are individuals who have been sexually assaulted or have experienced incest as a child, their spouses or partners, other family members and friends. The groups provide emotional support, information and resources to help participants recover from their ordeal and may be structured specifically for male and female sexual assault survivors; individuals who have been sexually abused by physicians, therapists, religious authority figures or other trusted individuals; or male and/or female adults and teens who experienced incest or were sexually exploited as children. Groups may also be offered for perpetrators of sexual assault, child molestation or other sex crimes. Meeting formats may include in-person, telephone or Internet options. |
0 |
| Sexual Aversion Disorder |
YF-5000.7600-780 |
A persistent or recurrent phobic aversion to and avoidance of sexual contact with a sexual partner. Individuals report anxiety, fear or disgust when confronted by a sexual opportunity with a partner. The aversion may related to a particular aspect of the sexual experience (e.g., genital secretions, vaginal penetration), but some individuals experience generalized revulsion to all sexual stimuli including kissing and touching. This disorder frequently results from a traumatic sexual experience, e.g., molestation or sexual assault. |
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| Sexual Dysfunction |
YF-5000.7600 |
Disorders that are characterized by a persistent or recurring disturbance in the processes that constitute the sexual response cycle (desire, arousal, orgasm and resolution) or by pain associated with intercourse. Included are cases of dysfunction where there are identifiable organic factors such as illness or injury, substance abuse or medication, as well as conditions that are associated with mental disorders such as depression. Whether mainly due to physical or emotional causes, sexual dysfunctions can result in marked distress and/or interpersonal difficulty. Clinical judgments about the presence of a sexual dysfunction should take into account the individual's ethnic, cultural, religious and social background, all of which influence sexual desire, expectations and attitudes about performance. |
0 |
| Sexual Dysfunction Clinics |
LT-1750.7950 |
Programs that provide treatment services for men and/or women who have been diagnosed as having one or a combination of disorders that interfere with their ability to complete the sexual response cycle or which cause pain during sexual intercourse. |
0 |
| Sexual Dysfunction Evaluation |
LF-4900.7950 |
Programs that offer physical examinations and a variety of specialized tests for men and/or women who are experiencing sexual dysfunction with the objective of identifying the specific nature and cause(s) of disorder and determining the most appropriate form of treatment. Sexual dysfunction may take the form of hypoactive sexual desire, sexual aversion, sexual arousal disorders, orgasmic disorders, erectile disorders, ejaculatory disturbances, sexual pain disorders, or vaginismus (a condition in which women experience a persistent involuntary spasm of the musculature of the vagina that interferes with coitus). |
0 |
| Sexual Harassment Prevention |
FN-1500.8170 |
Programs that attempt to reduce the incidence of sexual harassment in the workplace, in educational institutions or other settings by helping employers understand the law and their responsibilities regarding the issue, developing sound sexual harassment policies, preparing and implementing awareness and prevention training for administrators and staff, providing confidential and secure reporting procedures for victims and witnesses, conducting appropriate investigations of reported incidents and offering crisis intervention services, when warranted. The program may also provide tips that employees can use to resolve harassment situations themselves and intervention suggestions for employers. |
0 |
| Sexual Harassment Victims |
YX-8000 |
Individuals who have been subjected to unwanted sexual advances, requests for sexual favors or other conduct of a sexual nature including sexually-explicit language or jokes when they must submit to such conduct as an explicit or implicit condition of employment, passing a course or obtaining benefits or treatment to which they are entitled; when submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as the basis for decisions affecting the individual; or when such conduct interferes with an individual's performance or creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive environment. |
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| Sexual Masochism |
YF-5000.5300-800 |
A disorder in which the preferred or exclusive mode of producing sexual excitement is to be humiliated, bound, beaten or otherwise made to suffer. |
0 |
| Sexual Orientation Counseling |
RP-1400.8000-805 |
Programs that provide emotional support, information and guidance for people who want to explore their sexual orientation in order to enable them to identify and feel comfortable with their orientation. Counseling and support may be offered in a variety of settings which may include individual and group counseling sessions and, if appropriate, conjoint and family counseling sessions with significant others. |
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| Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity |
YT |
The emotional and sexual focus an individual has particularly concerning the gender of people she or he looks to for social and personal need gratification, the feelings a person has about his or her gender, or the preference one has concerning his or her sex role appearance. |
0 |
| Sexual Sadism |
YF-5000.5300-820 |
A disorder in which the preferred or exclusive method of achieving sexual excitement is to inflict physical or psychological suffering on consenting or nonconsenting partners. |
0 |
| Sexual/Love Addiction |
YF-5000.3300-800 |
Behavior that is characterized by a compulsive need to engage in a repetitive series of sexual encounters and/or romantic attachments which interfere with the person's ability to develop positive intimate relationships and to learn to cope with life stresses in a healthy manner. |
0 |
| Sexual/Love Addiction Counseling |
RP-1400.8000-810 |
Programs that provide emotional support, information and guidance for people whose behavior is characterized by a compulsive need to engage in a repetitive series of sexual encounters and/or romantic attachments which interfere with the their ability to develop positive intimate relationships and to learn to cope with life stresses in a healthy manner. Counseling and support may be offered in a variety of settings which may include individual and group counseling sessions and, if appropriate, conjoint and family counseling sessions with significant others. |
0 |
| Sexual/Love Addiction Support Groups |
PN-8100.0500-800 |
Mutual support groups whose members are people who are having difficulty controlling their compulsive sexual behavior and/or emotional attachments, and spouses, partners or other family members who are involved in relationships with individuals exhibiting this type of behavior. The groups meet in-person, by telephone or via the Internet; provide emotional support, information and resources to help participants avoid destructive sexual behavior and achieve sexual sobriety; and may include faith-based and secular 12-step groups as well as non-12 step groups. |
0 |
| Sexuality Counseling |
RP-1400.8000-815 |
Programs that provide a wide variety of therapeutic interventions for individuals or couples who are unable to become involved in sexual relationships or whose sexual relationships are unsatisfying. Included are individual or group sessions for one or both partners, conjoint counseling and/or specialized sexual therapy programs which sensitize participants to sexual responsiveness through practicing sexual activity with their own or a surrogate partner. |
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| Sexuality/Reproductive Health Education |
LJ-8000 |
Programs that provide information about the physiological and emotional aspects of human sexuality including anatomy and physiology, puberty, pregnancy, birth control, sexually transmitted disease and the subsequent risk of infertility, menopause and the attitudes, feelings and behaviors that are related to sexuality for people of all ages. |
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| Sexually Abused Adults |
YX-0300.8100 |
Individuals age 18 and older who have been raped or otherwise sexually assaulted or adults who, as children, were victims of incest. |
0 |
| Sexually Abused Children |
YX-0500.8000 |
Individuals younger than age 18 who have been sexually assaulted by a family member, acquaintance or stranger or who have been subjected to sexual exploitation in the form of child prostitution or child pornography. |
0 |
| Sexually Explicit Mail Forms |
DD-1200.9000-800 |
Post offices and other organizations that provide request forms for people who do not wish to receive pornographic materials through the mail. |
0 |
| Sexually Exploited Children |
YX-0500.8000-800 |
Individuals younger than age 18 who have been persuaded or coerced to perform sexual acts in a film or photograph or who have been introduced to juvenile prostitution and forced or persuaded to perform sexual acts in exchange for money. |
0 |
| Sexually Reactive Children |
YF-5000.7600-785 |
Pre-pubescent boys and girls who have been exposed to, or had contact with, inappropriate sexual activities such as overt or covert sexually abuse, being exposed to pornography, or witnessing adult sexual behavior in the home. Sexually reactive (or presexualized) children may engage in a variety of age-inappropriate sexual behaviors as a result of their own exposure to sexual experiences, and may begin to act out, or engage in, sexual behaviors or relationships that include excessive sexual play, inappropriate sexual comments or gestures, mutual sexual activity with other children, or sexual molestation and abuse of other children. |
0 |
| Sexually Transmitted Disease |
YF-3000.7740 |
Any of a variety of diseases that are acquired as a result of sexual activity with an individual who is infected. |
0 |
| Sexually Transmitted Disease Control |
JP-1500.1700-750 |
Programs that control the occurrence of gonorrhea, syphilis, genital herpes and other diseases that are transmitted by sexual contact by monitoring the incidence of the disease in the general population, investigating individual outbreaks, and identifying and screening recent contacts of people who are infected to stop the spread of the disease. |
1 |
| Sexually Transmitted Disease Screening |
LF-4900.8000 |
Programs that identify individuals who have contracted gonorrhea, syphilis, genital herpes or other diseases that are spread by sexual contact and diagnose their conditions. The procedure includes visual examinations, blood tests and analyses of discharge or samples taken from lesions. |
7 |