by admin | Jul 20, 2021 | Protect A Child
Science has shown us that when a child goes through a traumatic event, their development can be severely disrupted, resulting in lifelong consequences. In cases of abuse, it can’t be understated how important it is to quickly establish a safe environment for your...
by admin | Jun 22, 2021 | Protect A Child
At the request of law enforcement and/or Child Protective Services, a sexual assault nurse examiner (SANE) helps Children’s Advocacy Center of Hidalgo and Starr Counties (CACHSC) by providing a medical evaluation for a child victim of abuse. This sexual assault...
by admin | Jun 18, 2021 | Protect A Child
Child abuse is an alarmingly prevalent issue in the United States. According to reports from child protective service agencies and the US Department of Health and Human Services, 78,188 children were sexually abused in 2003 at the rate of 1.2 per 1000 children. These...
by admin | Mar 30, 2021 | Protect A Child
Every April, Child Abuse Prevention Month is an opportunity for us to learn about the signs of child abuse and ways to prevent it.Nationwide, communities come together in support of families and children. Outreach programs, resources, and activities provide wonderful...
by admin | Mar 10, 2021 | Protect A Child
Sexual abuse shows no mercy. It prays on the innocence of boys and girls alike, filling them with grief, depression, and fear. ” – Eduardo It’s a bittersweet moment for The Children’s Advocacy Center as we approach our 20 year milestone. Each child and every...
