Primary CAC
Contact(s): |
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Marlene Lemmer Beeson, Executive Director
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Status:
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Accredited |
| Mission Statement: |
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To provide a safe and supportive environment for child victims of abuse, neglect and/or exploitation to receive services to address their individual needs.
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CAC Operations Began: |
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2003
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Organizational Model: |
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Independent Non-Profit
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Counties Served
in Official Service Area:
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Harvey, Marion, McPherson |
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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 – 120 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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Harvey County Attorney’s Office
Marion County Attorney’s Office
Harvey and Marion County Sherriff’s Offices
Halstead, Hesston, Hillsboro, Newton and North Newton Police Departments
Social and Rehabilitation Services –South Central Region
Health Ministries
Prairie View Mental Health Center
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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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Court Advocacy/Accompaniment
Community Education on Child Abuse
Mandated Reporter Training
Support Groups
Training for Partner Agency Professionals
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| Facility Information: |
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Newton – CAC is located within a wing of the Newton City building. CAC suite includes waiting area/advocacy room, interview/ observation room, case conference area.
McPherson – CAC in located in a free-standing building. Rooms include waiting area, interview/observation room, 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)
City Government
County Government
Contributions (corporate, individual, organizations)
United Way
Special Events
Investment Income
Program Fees/Sales
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Heart-to-Heart Child Advocacy Center