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Forensic Interviews

Forensic interviews:

neutral, fact-finding interviews about abuse allegations that are conducted in a manner that is A) legally defensible, B) sensitive to a child’s developmental stage and abilities, and C) coordinated with other agencies to avoid duplicative interviewing
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Medical Evaluation

Medical Evaluation:

examinations conducted by specially trained medical professionals for the purposes of evidence collection, testing, and/or treatment
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Advocacy

Victim Support/Advocacy:

referrals, resources, and support from the time a forensic interview is scheduled until a case progresses through the court system and beyond
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Trauma Counseling

Trauma Counseling:

offered either at the CAC or through linkage agreements with other agencies; the mental and emotional effects of child abuse can be combatted with counseling and children and caregivers can begin to find healing and hope

Working through the experience of child abuse is difficult for both children and their caregivers. We are here to help. Please call us if you have any questions.

opens in a new windowA Handbook for Caregivers of Abused Children

opens in a new windowA Handbook for Caregivers of Abused Children [PDF]

This handbook will help you understand more about child abuse, and the process we use to respond to a report of abuse.

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“The CAC is fabulous to work with. They go above and beyond to accommodate families and social services. ”

Sustaining Partners

The work of DCAC is made possible through the generous donations of individuals, businesses, foundations and the following sustaining partners:

North Dakota Department of Health and Human ServicesOtto Bremer TrustNational Children's Alliance: The force behind Children's Advocacy Centers.
North Dakota Department of Corrections & RehabilitationOffice of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention

We thank all our partners and supporters who make the work we do in helping children possible.

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701-323-5626

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