Team Building
Satellite child advocacy centers relieving families of excessive travel and expense
“…the investment saves money and time for investigators and prosecutors and protects the health and safety of children and families.”
Northeast Indiana comes together to keep families together
“I really felt a sense of purpose there and while it was horrible, her healing was starting.”
Kids Talk CAC moves, expands, and goes on offense as demand rises in Madison and Tipton Counties
Kids Talk CAC in Madison County is moving to a larger space and expanding coverage into Tipton County.
Jacy House Child Advocacy Center
In Wayne County, Indiana, the rate of substantiated cases of child abuse and neglect in 2001 exceeded the state average, with the number of reports of child abuse rising 35% from 2000 to 2001. Additionally, Wayne County saw three child fatalities in 2001 due to abuse and neglect. This state of affairs for Wayne County … Read more
New mental health services have come to Hendricks County and are already averaging 22 sessions per week
Heather Eberth-Teike has become very busy lately providing mental health services to a growing list of children.
Indiana cities and towns finding creative ways to help children and families
Lafayette is showing that mayors and councils can have an impact on important causes despite funding reductions.
Appellate Judge Michael Barnes talks duty to children, women, and families
Ind. Court of Appeals Judge Michael P. Barnes talks about the responsibilities of a community for women, children, and families.
Revisions to NCA standards a reminder to CACs and communities of new ways to better help kids
Jan Dunn could talk all day about positive changes that happen inside Child Advocacy Centers when they become accredited facilities.
Heartford House Child Advocacy Center
On a tree lined street in Lafayette, there is a small house named …Heartford House Child Advocacy Center. Opened in 2000, the Center’s name comes from the facility location generously donated by Franciscan St Elizabeth Health. Serving Tippecanoe, Fountain, Warren, Benton, White, Carroll and Montgomery Counties, and courtesy interviews upon request, Heartford House served over … Read more