Breaking the Cycle of Abuse...One Child at a Time

The Children's Advocacy Center is a community-based, child-focused program in which professionals from different disciplines meet to discuss and make decisions about the intervention, treatment and prosecution of child sexual abuse and serious physical abuse cases.
 
Our center began accepting cases in December 1999. By partnering with other allied agencies, We have built a coordinated and united response to child sexual abuse and serious physical abuse in our community.
Our mission is to provide a coordinated approach to the investigation, treatment and prosecution of child sexual abuse and serious physical abuse cases which is sensitive to the child victim's needs and holds offenders accountable.
 

Abuse: A Community Problem

Tazewell County averaged 150 reported cases of child sexual abuse and severe physical abuse cases in 1999. Considering that child sexual abuse is one of the most underreported crimes, an even greater number of children are victims of this horrific injustice. As part of a community that actively promotes the well-being of every child, your involvement will directly reduce the number of crimes committed against our children.
   
If you suspect child abuse, call toll free: 180025ABUSE
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