ADVOCACY | CHILD ADVOCACY CENTER - MCHENRY COUNTY
Assists DCFS, law enforcement, and the States Attorney's Office in coordinating the investigation and prosecution of child sexual abuse/assault and/or severe physical abuse cases in McHenry County according to the guidelines outlined in the Child Advocacy Advisory Board Protocol for McHenry County. Utilizes a team approach involving the various agencies involved in child abuse cases from the initial disclosure of an alleged victim to case closure. The CAC provides the only approved site for forensic interviewing of child victims and provides advocacy for clients who may be involved in the judicial process. Also coordinates and provides advocacy for conducting specialized medical exams with qualified providers for alleged child victims of abuse. Counseling (trauma based and abuse assessments) for survivors and non-offending family members is provided through a linkage agreement with a local agency of therapeutic services. Services also include a crisis response through the McHenry County Crisis Line for children under the age of 18 in all cases of sexual abuse or sexual assault and severe physical abuse.
Date of Last Formal Update
09/03/2024
Data provided by
PATH Inc. 211
Location
1 S. Virginia Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Voice
Website
Hours
Mon-Fri: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. After Hours: Answers through the McHenry crisis line.
Eligibility
Families involved with DCFS for child abuse cases.
Fee
No fees.
Agency info
CHILD ADVOCACY CENTER - MCHENRY COUNTY