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No mater how well you think you know your children, you may never know what they are hiding inside. Children who
have been sexually exploited are usually at a loss for words, and SILENCE speaks to the fact that less than 35% of these victims
report to the police. Keep a careful eye on your children; make them feel comfortable and safe enough to tell you any
probelms that they may be having. To report child sexual exploitation, call the police. Then call us at 706-353-1912
or 706-213-1200. We work tirelessly with law enforcement to bring these child molesters to justice. Just as important,
we give victims a voice, so an unspeakable act never leaves a child speechless for life.
WE ARE HERE BECAUSE THEY ARE HERE!!!
What are Children's Advocacy Centers?
A Children's Advocacy Center is a safe place for the evaluation of chld sexual abuse. Children's Advocacy
Centers enhance the response to suspected child abuse cases by combining the wisdom and professional knowledge of various
investigative agencies and other professionals. These coordinated efforts provide the knowledge, skilss and resources
to assist suspected child abuse victims and their families. CACs maintain focus on the child and help to ensure that
systems designed to protect children are able to do so effectively.
The Sexual Assault Center's Child Advocacy Program provide the following services:
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Videotaped interviews of suspected child abuse victims conducted in safe, child-friendly surroundings.
The interviews are completed by professionally trained forensic interviewers and coordinated with the involved investigative
agencies. This reduces trauma to the child by avoiding multiple interviews and preserving statements for legal purposes
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Forensic medical exams of suspected child abuse victims utilizing specialized equipment for accurate diagnoses,
offered on-site or through referral
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Crisis intervention and emotional support for victims and non-offending family members, and guidance in accessing
the crime victim's compensation system
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Counseling and medical services to help child victims begin the healing process, offered on-site or through
referral
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Interdisciplinary review of cases by a team of professionals, including but not limited to law enforcement,
child protective services, prosecutors, medical and mental health professionals, victim's assistance staff, and child advocates
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Professional training and community education to effectively respond to child abuse
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