CHILDREN'S ADVOCACY CENTER

CHILDREN'S ADVOCACY CENTER Children are the world's most valuable resource. - John F. KennedyDonate Today SERVICESWhat We Do.Safe, Child Focused Forensic Interviews.We at CAC 31 offer a safe, welcoming and protected place for children to be heard and understood, where they can share their knowledge of an incident with a professional trained in child specific forensic investigation. More Victim-Family AdvocacyOur Victim-Family Advocates serve as a pass-through to assist individuals with gathering services needed for the betterment of their child's life, and their families life. We can provide care and resources until the child turns 18.More Trauma Informed CounselingOur counselors are specialized in assessment and developing treatment plans specific to the needs of children who have been neglected, abused, or exposed to drug-related or violent crimes. More ABOUTABOUT US.In October 2000, the Children’s Advocacy Center for the 31st Judicial District (CAC31) was founded by a local group of concerned individuals dedicated to helping the victims of child abuse become children again. We were established to aid in the prevention, intervention, investigation, and recovery of allegations of severe child maltreatment for children in Warren and Van Buren Counties, Tennessee. ​ Since our inception, well-trained personnel are dedicated to working with children reported as suspected victims of child sexual abuse, severe physical abuse or neglect, drug exposed, or witnesses to violence. We provide a full scope of needed services: child forensic interviews, victim-family advocacy, crisis intervention, trauma counseling, resource assistance, education, and outreach. The provision of all direct services is offered to families we assist, free from charge. Children’s Advocacy Center for the 31st Judicial District is a 501©3 non-profit that receives all of its funding through state grants from the State of Tennessee Department of Children's Services, Corporate Contributions, and the generosity of community partners and benefactorsPublic Programs 2000Year EstablishedIn 2024 1,716Children HelpedIn 2024 1,672Individuals Educated2Counties CoveredOFFICEOur Office.Our Team Visiting Us?Visiting Us? What To Expect CONTACTCONTACTInquiriesFor any inquiries, questions or commendations, please call: 931-507-2386, or fill out the following form. ​ Also, visit kidcentraltn.com to find more resources for Tennessee families.Head Office1350 Sparta Street McMinnville, TN 37110 cac31ed@gmail.com Tel: 931-507-2386 Fax: 931-507-2387Contact UsFirst NameLast NameEmailSubjectMessageSubmitThanks for submitting!EmploymentLooking to be a part of our team? Contact us at employment@cac31.orgReport Abuse: 1-877-237-0004$1800 provides 12 sessions of Trauma Counseling for one child $435 provides Forensic Interview and Family/Victim Advocacy for one child. $250 provides one term of Support Counseling for a non-offending caregiver or child sexual abuse victim $100 provides Stewards of Children education to 10 adults $65 provides one session of Trauma Informed Therapy per child. $50 provides beverages and snacks for two monthsSupport Our CauseLeave a one-time donationFirst NameLast NameEmailDonate in the name of: Honoree.nameHow did you hear about us?Enter the amount you wish to pay:$DonateThank you for helping us make a difference!