Dear Community Members, 

As we reflect on the past year, I am filled with gratitude for the resilience and dedication our team has shown in providing essential services to children and families affected by abuse. Our unwavering commitment to ensuring that every child in our community who experiences abuse receives the comprehensive care and support they deserve has never been stronger. 

A cornerstone of the Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC) is our forensic interviewing service. Our interviewers, trained in developmentally appropriate techniques, conduct interviews with children who have faced abuse. These interviews are vital for gathering crucial information in a manner that is both accurate and sensitive, aimed at minimizing additional trauma to the child. 

Beyond forensic interviewing, our suite of support services encompasses advocacy, mental health counseling, medical evaluations, and connections to other community resources. Our holistic approach is designed to meet the physical, emotional, and psychological needs of the children we serve, ensuring they receive the comprehensive care necessary for healing and recovery. 

In 2023, we provided over 5,000 services to 620 children, a testament to our ongoing commitment to deliver trauma-informed, evidence-based, and professional interventions. These services are crucial for helping children and their families navigate the challenging journey from trauma to healing, underscoring the importance of coordinated support from dedicated professionals at the CAC. 

Child abuse is not just an individual issue but a community-wide challenge that requires a united response. We are profoundly grateful for the unwavering support from our community, which enables us to offer hope and healing to the children we serve. Your support is the backbone of our mission, and together, we make a significant impact on the lives of those affected by child abuse. 

Thank you for standing with us as we continue our vision of a community where every child is safe, valued, and heard. 

With heartfelt appreciation, 

Tammi Pitzen 

CACJC Executive Director