Children and Family Advocacy

When there has been a report or disclosure of abuse of any kind, it disrupts families in many different ways. How each family reacts is as unique as the family itself, and our advocates are here to support while you navigate this unknown path before you. Each family has an advocate assigned to them to offer support Some of the supports we offer are:

• Working with you and your family to provide crisis intervention, support, and assistance with safety planning.
• Helping you better understand the legal and child protective systems.
• Connecting you and your family members to a broader support system through referrals to community resources.
• Helping you understand the difference between typical, age-appropriate sexual behaviors and behaviors that may be concerning.
• Referrals to trauma therapy and other mental health services
• Information and assistance regarding victim compensation
• Ongoing support and accompaniment throughout the investigation and healing process