Shelby County Children's Advocacy Center

A Safe Place for Children.

A Supportive Path To Healing.

The Shelby County Children’s Advocacy Center provides a child-friendly, coordinated response to abuse allegations, reducing trauma and supporting families every step of the way.

Report Abuse

How We Help

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We exist to reduce trauma for children and families during abuse investigations by providing a safe, compassionate, and coordinated approach that supports healing from the very beginning.

Behind every number is a child who was heard, believed, and supported.

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Forensic Interviews Conducted
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Families Received Family Advocacy Services
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Children Received Mental Health Services
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Adults Received Mental Health Services

How We Can Help

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Forensic Interviews

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Medical Evaluations

Mental Health Services

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Family Advocacy

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Case Review & Coordination

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Multidisciplinary Team Response

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Healing Happens Together.

The Shelby County Children’s Advocacy Center hosts events throughout the year to raise awareness and fund the services we provide at no cost to families.

Through fundraisers and community partnerships, we are able to continue offering:

•Forensic interviews
•Mental health services
•Advocacy support
•Medical coordination

No child or family is ever charged for services.

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Every Child Deserves to Feel Safe.

If a child is in immediate danger, call 911.

To report suspected abuse, contact local law enforcement or Child Protective Services.