Primary CAC
Contact(s): |
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Deb Jensen, CAC Program Director
Carolee Jones, Executive Director
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Status:
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Accredited |
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Mission Statement: |
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Improving Children’s Lives Through Advocacy, Education and Family Support
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CAC Operations Began: |
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2006
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Organizational Model: |
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Within the umbrella of CAPS – Child Advocacy and Parenting Services
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Counties Served
in Official Service Area:
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Dickinson, Ottawa, Saline |
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Service Area Population / Community Characteristics:
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50,001 – 100,000
Semi-Urban / Densely-Settled Rural / Rural |
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Average Number of Children Receiving Core CAC Services:
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100 – 200 annually |
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Case Criteria: |
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Allegations of Sexual Abuse, Physical Abuse, Child Witness to Violence. Referrals accepted from Law Enforcement, SRS.
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Interagency
Partners: |
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County Attorneys’ Offices in Dickinson, Ottawa & Saline Counties
Sheriff’s Offices in Dickinson, Ottawa and Saline Counties
Abilene, Minneapolis and Salina Police Departments
Social and Rehabilitation Services – Northeast Region
Salina Regional Health Center
Central Kansas Mental Health Center
Comcare
Three Rivers Family Therapy Center
Disability Planning Organization
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Core Program Components/
Services: |
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Cases Reviewed by MDT
Forensic Interviews
Victim Advocacy
Linkage with Mental Health Partner Agency
Linkage with Medical Partner Agency
Case Tracking
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Additional Services: |
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Community Education on Child Abuse
Mandated Reporter Training
Personal Safety Program(s)
Training for Partner Agency Professionals
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| Facility Information: |
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Chris’s Place CAC is located in a suite of offices in Salina. Rooms include family waiting area, interview room and observation/case conference room.
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Annual CAC Budget:
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$100,001 - $250,000 |
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Private Foundations/Trusts
Government Grants (State/Federal)
Contributions (corporate, individual, organizations)
United Way
Special Events
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Chris's Place