Child Advocacy Centers

Evidence Step: Evidence Evidence At least one rigorous evaluation supports the program model.
Department: Childrens Services
Priority Area: Strong Families and Communities

Program Description

Child Advocacy Centers provide a safe, child-friendly environment for child victims of severe abuse, in which law enforcement, child protective services, prosecution, medical and mental health professionals may share information and develop effective, coordinated strategies sensitive to the needs of each unique case and child.

Details

Program Demographic: Children
Delivery Setting: Other Community Setting
Current Participants: 52,443

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