Victim Advocacy
These services are designed to give support and education to families in a one-on-one setting. While the child is in their interview, the advocate has the opportunity to work with the non-offending caregiver to find services and resources that fit their current needs.
- Greeting child and non-offending caregiver at the door and getting them comfortable and relaxed while at the CAC.
- Providing child and non-offending caregiver with information about what takes place while at the CAC.
- Provide parties with information about different resources and services in their area. i.e. mental health therapy, food, clothing, housing, etc.
- Provide emotional support to the child and non-offending caregiver during and after their visit to the CAC.
- Follow up contact with the non-offending caregiver to ensure that they are receiving services and resources as needed.
- Being a consistent contact for the child and non-offending caregiver throughout the process of the investigation.
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