Detectives:"Child Advocacy Center 'Rocks!'"

 

by Beth Copeland, Contributing Editor
 

     Detectives from the Cumberland County Sheriff's Department cannot imagine conducting child abuse investigations without the Child Advocacy Center (CAC).
     "I've never had to investigate a case when the CAC wasn't there," says Lieutenant Lynette Hodges. "I wouldn't want to be doing this work without the CAC."
     Law enforcement officers and other members of the Cumberland County Multidisciplinary Team interview children at the CAC. "The overall environment puts the child at ease. I've never had a child refuse to leave a parent and go see the 'jungle' down the hall," Hodges says, referring to the interview room's colorful mural of wild animals. "It's obvious the place was decorated for children."
     Detective Don Williams recalls a case involving seven children who were molested by a man at a swimming pool. 

Updates from the Board Chair

 

It is unfortunate that I have to announce that Tammy Laurence, our accomplished Executive Director, resigned in June in order to return to graduate school.  The CAC staff and Board of Directors were saddened to see her leave, but so appreciate all that she was able to achieve while at the Center. 
     We are delighted that Rosemary Zimmerman is serving as our Interim Director.  Retired from the Department of Social Services, Rosemary held management positions there and also recently served as their Interim Director.  She has been a strong and active member of the CAC Board over the years.  The Center is fortunate to have Rosemary in this position until a new Executive Director is hired.  
     Please plan to attend our unique fundraiser, the Blue Jean Ball, on Saturday, Oct. 3 at Highland Country Club.  It is always an exciting event, with lots of fun for kids, parents, grandparents and adults in general.  Don't miss it!  The silent auction items are amazing! 
     Please mark Thursday, Oct. 29 on your calendar for an Open House at the CAC at 5:30 p.m.  This event will enable you to learn more about what we do and understand how we efficiently coordinate professional community responses to child abuse.  We consider our Center to be a "house of hope" for children.  Please join us for refreshments plus a relaxing and educational evening.  
 
Thank you for being friends of the Child Advocacy Center!!!

You are cordially invited to an
Open House
at the Child Advocacy Center
336 Ray Avenue * Thursday, Oct. 29 * 5:30 p.m.
 
Please join us for refreshments, tours and door prizes. Come see how your contributions of time, talent and treasure make a difference in the lives of child abuse victims in Cumberland County.

American Girl Fashion Show 2010
Presented by Beth & Scott Perry
Owners of The SpeakEasy

 
Save the Date  

Combined Federal Campaign
The Child Advocacy Center will participate in the CFC again this year. Our CFC number is 37137. We are very grateful for your designations.
 
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Speakers' Bureau
As you plan your new year of speakers for civic, faith and community organizations, don't forget the CAC has a group of volunteers who are eager to speak on the problem of child abuse and what individuals can do to prevent and stop it. Please call the center at 486-9700 to schedule.