WHO WE ARE
The Cumberland County Children's Advocacy Center (CCCAC) provides a safe, neutral, and child-centered place for the coordinated evaluation of child sexual abuse. A team of professionals, including law enforcement, prosecution, child protection, and medical work together to make decisions about the investigation and management of child sexual abuse cases. Our Services:
- Support Services
: Our Family Advocate provides support to the child, his/her guardian, and the family during their time at the CCCAC, including answering questions about the investigative process, listening to concerns and making referrals for recommended services. The family advocate follows up with the family one week and one month following the interview to offer any additional support that may be needed.
- Forensic Interview: A trained forensic interview specialist asks the child questions about the alleged abuse while team members observe remotely. The child protective social worker will assess the immediate safety of the child and the law enforcement investigator and assistant district attorney will determine if a crime has been committed.
- Medical Evaluation: The child has access to a specialized, non-invasive medical examination available on site at the CCCAC.
- Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC): Abuse may also involve the exploitation or coercion of a youth into sexual activity in exchange for something of value (money, safety, clothing, drug, housing, etc). Our specialized coordinator assists families and youth by facilitating a team of professionals who can prioritize and address the needs of the youth which may include: safety, housing, medical care, mental health treatment, educational support, and/or a forensic interview. WHO WE ARE FOR
CCCAC is for children in Cumberland County who may have experienced sexual abuse, sexual exploitation and/or trafficking.
