Safe Place Child Advocacy Center

05/26/2026

🐾 CAREER UPDATE: Harry is thriving! 🐾

A huge shoutout and thank you to Hero Dogs, Inc.! Harry has officially stepped into his new role here at Safe Place, and to say he is loving his new career would be an understatement.

He has already made so many new friends and is doing what he does best: bringing endless smiles and comfort to the families we serve. 💖

We are so proud of him and can't wait to watch him continue to make a difference. Stay tuned for plenty of "Harry Updates" coming your way! 🐶✨

Hero Dogs LtCmd Harry Lewis Gerwin, USN has found his perfect career! ⁣⁣
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Harry is supporting children and their families as a facility dog at Safe Place Child Advocacy Center in Hagerstown, Maryland. Hero Dogs Harry works alongside advocates and clinicians and is a calm, comforting presence in what is often a heavy time for families at the center. ⁣⁣
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Our sincere gratitude to Harry's puppy raisers, Maurica and her family. We are also very thankful to his puppy sponsor, Pat Schaap, and to his scholarship providers John and Carole Roberts.⁣⁣
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⁣We're so proud of you, Harry! 🩶

04/27/2026

Safe Place and the Washington County Department of Social Serviceswas honored to represent at the 10th Annual Maryland Victims’ Rights Conference on Friday!

Amanda, Tiffany, and Kris spent the day connecting with fellow advocates, learning about new resources, and reinforcing our commitment to justice. At Safe Place, we believe in providing a voice and a helping hand to all victims of crime.

We are proud to stand with Maryland survivors today and every day. 🤝⚖️

04/01/2026

💙 April is Child Abuse Prevention Month 💙
At Safe Place, we know that child abuse prevention is a team effort. This month is all about recognizing that when we support families and wrap our children in care, we build a stronger, safer community for everyone.

We are launching this month with immense gratitude for our community partners. You are the backbone of our prevention efforts, and we couldn't do this without your unwavering commitment. A special shout-out goes to these organizations for proudly displaying flags and pinwheels as symbols of hope and protection:

💥North High

💥Boys and Girls Club

💥Alpine

💥Washington County Health Department (Behavioral Health)

💥Meritus Medical Center
..and all the other amazing partners who are showing their support this month!

03/30/2026

🐾 New Team Member Alert! 🐾
We have some "paws-itively" amazing news to share! Please join us in giving a warm Safe Place welcome to our newest team member, Harry, our official Facility Dog! 🐶💙

Harry is so excited to meet our kids and families. Whether it’s providing a calming presence or a wagging tail during a tough moment, he is here to offer support in every way he can.

Harry has already been hard at work! This past Saturday, he loved helping us put out flags with Justice's SAKE, Inc. to kick off Child Abuse Prevention Month. It was the perfect way to launch into April and show our commitment to the safety and well-being of every child.

📍 Keep an eye out! Harry will be heading around town all this week to put up more flags. If you see him out and about, be sure to give him a wave!
Hero Dogs

03/11/2026

📢 Join the Fight: 4th Annual Anti-Human Trafficking Summit
Washington County community members and professionals, it’s time to come together for a safer tomorrow.

The Safe Place Child Advocacy Center and the Washington County Human Trafficking Collaborative invite you to a day of powerful education and advocacy. Whether you're a social worker, a first responder, or a concerned neighbor, your voice and your presence matter.

02/05/2026

Safe Place Child Advocacy Center extends sincere thanks to our community partners who participated in the Red Sand Event and helped bring awareness to human trafficking in Washington County. Boys & Girls Club of Washington County Maryland Reach of Washington CountyWashington County Department of Social ServicesBester Community Of Hope Washington County Sheriff's Office, Maryland Maryland Department of Juvenile ServicesBHS-Washington County Health DepartmentMeritus Health. Girls Inc. Washington County Washington County Office of the State's Attorney - Maryland in addition to other community partners including The Fletcher Branch Library, Williamsport Memorial Library, Hagerstown Police Department, Washington County Public Schools, Bester Community Of Hope

01/09/2026

January is National Human Trafficking Awareness Month. 💙
Safe Place Child Advocacy Center is committed to preventing human trafficking in Washington County.

Throughout the month of January, Safe Place, alongside many community partners, will be participating in the Red Sand Project to raise awareness and spark important conversations.

To learn more about the Red Sand Project and how you can get involved, please click the link below.

Molly Gochman first launched Red Sand Project in 2014, after realizing the depths to which slavery continues to be a contemporary reality. Today, Red Sand Project actions have been done in all 50 states and in 70 countries, with more than one million participants.

06/11/2025

The Washington County Safe Place Child Advocacy Center will be on-site this Saturday June 14, from 11:00am-3:00pm for the "Safe Summer Kickoff" event. Staff will be available to provide information and answer questions from community members.

The Safer Stronger Together Safe Summer Kickoff Event is coming up on Saturday, June 14th in downtown Hagerstown. This free event will provide a family-friendly celebration with music, food, games, and community resources.

Our agency will be on site as a partner agency, and available to answer questions and assist the community. The event will take place from 11 am to 3 pm at 25 West Church Street in Hagerstown.

06/11/2025

The Safe Place Child Advocacy Center is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Prevention Advocate.

Looking for a great place to work? We're hiring!

We are currently hiring for the following positions:

Washington County Family Center
Family Support Worker I - Parent Aide
$16.47 per hour
Part-time grant funded, 15 hours a week, 10 months of the year
https://www.indeed.com/job/family-support-worker-i-parent-aide-710c1c8639737357

Washington County Family Center
Family Support Worker II - Child Development Assistant
$17.21 per hour
Part-time grant funded, 30 hours a week, 10 months of the year
https://www.indeed.com/job/family-support-worker-ii-child-development-assistant-ba5a4fecf94fe368

Safe Place Child Advocacy Center
Family Services Caseworker II - Prevention Advocate
$28.38 per hour
Full Time 40 hours, Grant funded
https://www.indeed.com/job/family-services-caseworker-ii-prevention-advocate-201cf8150802533b

04/07/2025

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