Children's Advocacy Center of North and Northwest Cook County

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😁Can't wait for Saturday!🏃CAC's Root Beer Float Run is the sweetest race of summer!!📣Sending a HUGE shout out to our ama...
06/12/2026

😁Can't wait for Saturday!
🏃CAC's Root Beer Float Run is the sweetest race of summer!!

📣Sending a HUGE shout out to our amazing sponsors - we couldn't do it without you!💙

🌟🌟We're on track for a record-breaking run with over 200 runners registered!! Your hard work helps raise funds for CAC's free services for families in crisis.

🥇Shirts and medals still available so lace up, sign up and we'll see you Saturday!!
Register at https://bit.ly/CACRun26

🐾🐕Training is hard work!CAC Therapy-Dog-in-Training Dora has been working hard on her outdoor/public skills...just in ti...
06/11/2026

🐾🐕Training is hard work!

CAC Therapy-Dog-in-Training Dora has been working hard on her outdoor/public skills...just in time for CAC's Root Beer Float Run this Saturday.🏃

"The outdoors really drives up her energy," said Yesenia, Dora's handler and CAC therapist, "so it was great to help her train while all of her senses were high. There was a lot of stimulation and distraction...other dogs, kids, balls being thrown."😄

💙Good girl, Dora!🤩 SOUL Harbour Ranch Animal Therapy Program

You can meet Dora at the run. Register today at https://bit.ly/CACRun26
NOTE: Because of the number of police/service dogs at the run, participants are asked to keep their pets at home.

💙 Healing begins with being seen. Child sexual abuse can affect any child, but some children face greater risks because ...
06/10/2026

💙 Healing begins with being seen.

Child sexual abuse can affect any child, but some children face greater risks because of the circumstances and challenges in their lives.

In this month’s The Monthly Mindset, CAC CEO Melanie Pignotti explores the barriers that can increase vulnerability and why understanding these risks is essential to protecting children and supporting healing.

When we recognize the challenges children face, we can better ensure they are seen, heard and protected. 💙

📖 Read the full column at https://bit.ly/TheMonthlyMindsetJune26

⛳ Golf for good!Registration is now open for the Herb Horn Memorial Golf Tournament! 💙Join us as we honor our late frien...
06/09/2026

⛳ Golf for good!

Registration is now open for the Herb Horn Memorial Golf Tournament! 💙

Join us as we honor our late friend and former board member, Herb Horn, while raising critical funds to help kids and families in crisis in our community.

🏌️ Round up your foursome — or let us pair you with a new golf buddy!
⭐ Special pricing available for MDT partners and Young Professionals.

Sponsorship opportunities are available from $250–$5,000 and offer a meaningful way to support CAC's mission while connecting with community leaders and advocates.

📍 Spend a great day on the course at Bridges of Poplar Creek Country Club , enjoy good company and make a difference for local families.

👉 Register today and join us for a day of golf, camaraderie and impact. https://bit.ly/CACGolf2026

🏃‍♀️🥤 On your mark, get set... GO register for the sweetest run of the summer! 🥤🏃‍♂️The countdown is on — just 7 days un...
06/06/2026

🏃‍♀️🥤 On your mark, get set... GO register for the sweetest run of the summer! 🥤🏃‍♂️

The countdown is on — just 7 days until CAC's Root Beer Float Run on June 13! 🎉

🌳 5K and 10K races through scenic Busse Woods
🦌 Pass by the famous elk pasture
🌾 Run the paved trail through beautiful woods and prairies
👟 FREE 50-yard dash for little runners
🥤 Root beer floats for everyone at the finish line!

Whether you're racing for a PR, enjoying a family fitness day or running to raise funds for CAC, we can't wait to see you on Saturday! 💙

👉 Register today: https://bit.ly/CACRun26

💙 Knowledge is power!This week, three of our amazing FAS team members represented CAC at the Illinois Juvenile Officers ...
06/06/2026

💙 Knowledge is power!

This week, three of our amazing FAS team members represented CAC at the Illinois Juvenile Officers Association Conference! 👏

With their trademark professionalism, compassion and expertise, Jessica, Bri, and Taylor led sessions on:

🎤 “First Response Matters” — discussing minimal facts interviewing

🎤 “Second Impact Matters” — focusing on supporting Multidisciplinary Team member mental health

We are so proud to see our team sharing their knowledge and helping professionals better serve children and families throughout Illinois. 💙

Way to go, women of CAC! Thank you for leading by example and sharing what you've learned along the way. ✨

Fun fact: In the third photo, Taylor is pictured with her DARE officer from grade school!

💙 We love volunteers! 💙A huge thank you to Alliant Credit Union for spending the afternoon with us at CAC! 🙌🌺Your hard w...
06/05/2026

💙 We love volunteers! 💙

A huge thank you to Alliant Credit Union for spending the afternoon with us at CAC! 🙌🌺

Your hard work, energy and helping hands beautified our front yard which is the first thing our client families see when they arrive. 💪✨

When community partners invest their time and talents in local nonprofits, everyone wins. Together, we can create a stronger, more caring community for kids. 💙

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"At CAC, we hold a simple but powerful commitment: we serve every child who needs us. Our work is grounded in compassion...
06/04/2026

"At CAC, we hold a simple but powerful commitment: we serve every child who needs us. Our work is grounded in compassion, empathy and the belief that healing is possible for all children regardless of identity, background or circumstance." ~Melanie Pignotti, LCPC, CAC CEO

☀️😎 Summer is here!From staycations to vacations, parents can feel a lot of pressure to create the perfect summer. But a...
06/03/2026

☀️😎 Summer is here!

From staycations to vacations, parents can feel a lot of pressure to create the perfect summer. But according to Bianca, CAC’s Safe from the Start Supervisor, it’s often the simplest moments that matter most 💙

💬 “Simple routines, shared meals, walks, library visits and downtime all contribute to emotional well-being.”

The good news? Meaningful memories don’t have to be expensive, elaborate or Instagram-worthy. Sometimes the best summer days are the ones spent together. 🌳📚🚶‍♀️🍉

✨ What’s your favorite simple summer activity? Tell us in the comments! 👇

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