We're here to help.
That’s what we want child victims and their families to know when they visit a Children’s Advocacy Center because of suspected abuse. Whether you are a parent or caregiver supporting a child who has experienced abuse, an adult survivor looking for resources, or a community member wanting to help create safer places for kids—we’re glad you’ve found us.
Watch the video for a welcome message from the Chair of our Board of Directors, Mikele Bay. Then click around to learn more and get involved.
Trauma doesn't have to last a lifetime.
We believe that the best possible response to child abuse is a CAC response. Each year in Pennsylvania, 41 CACs provide the support and services that make healing possible for more than 15,000 child victims and their families.
Latest Posts
Meet the new program director at Children’s Advocacy Center of Susquehanna & Wyoming Counties
September 11, 2023
Cortney Tabb, LCSW (pronouns: she/her) recently became the new director at Children’s Advocacy Center of Susquehanna & Wyoming Counties. We asked Cortney a few questions
PA Senate Hearing Underscores CAC Value & Need for Statewide Support
August 15, 2023
On Tuesday, August 8 the Pennsylvania Senate Aging and Youth Committee held a hearing focused on the work of Children’s Advocacy Centers (CACs). Hosted by
Words Can Heal: Your Guide to Helping Survivors Shine
July 31, 2023
Chances are someone you know is a survivor of child sexual abuse. With 42 million adult survivors in the US alone and 1 in 10
Here’s what CACs do to provide the best possible response to child abuse in Pennsylvania:
Reducing Trauma
Reducing Trauma
CACs bring together all the professionals involved in responding to child abuse. A collaborative team approach means a child victim is not interviewed multiple times. This reduces additional trauma to the child and makes the investigation more efficient and effective.
Giving Victims a Voice
Giving Victims A Voice
At a CAC, children who have experienced abuse can talk about what happened during a forensic interview with a specially trained professional. For many child victims, disclosing abuse in a safe and supportive environment is an empowering experience--and can be an important part of their healing journey.
Helping Parents & Caregivers
Helping Parents & Caregivers
Victim Advocates walk alongside parents and caregivers who are supporting children through the process of an investigation. We know it's difficult, and we want you to know you're not alone.
Ensuring Health & Healing
Ensuring Health & Healing
CACs make sure that every child victim has the opportunity for a medical evaluation to ensure health and safety. CACs also refer children and their families to trauma therapy for long-term healing.