What is a Child Advocacy Center (CAC)?
A Child Advocacy Center, CAC, is a community-based facility which uses a multidisciplinary approach to reduce trauma to child victims of physical abuse, sexual abuse, or neglect. Collaboration exists between medical, mental health, prosecutorial, child protective service, and law enforcement in an effort to serve the best interests of young victims.
Advocacy
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Introduction to the process
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Family support
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Guide through investigation
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Extensive follow up
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Court Preparation
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Connection to services
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Mental Health
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Food, Shelter, and Clothing
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Legal
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Forensic Interview
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Trained Interviewer
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Accepted best practices
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Better disclosures
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Team work
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Digital recording
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Reduced number of interviews
Medical
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Specialized exams for child abuse
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Ensures health and safety of a child
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Collect important evidence
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Reassure children and their caregivers
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Providers with child abuse expertise (SANEs)
Mental Health
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Crisis Intervention
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Long-term trauma-informed treatment
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Evidenced-based practices
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Reduces the long-term effect of traumatic experiences
Community Education and Trainings
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Mandated Reporter trainings
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Prevention Education
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Body Safety
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Internet Safety
Our Partners
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Local Law Enforcement
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Local Prosecuting Attorney’s Office
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DHS - Department of Children and Family Services
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Arkansas State Police - Crimes Against Children Division
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Mental Health Professionals
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Specialized Medical Professionals
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Juvenile Court Systems
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Community Partners
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FBI
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Military Investigators
Child Advocacy Centers from around Arkansas
