Ashley's Place - Sumner County Child Advocacy Center

AKA:

Sumner CAC

Description:

Providing services to children and families when there are allegations of sexual abuse, severe physical abuse and/or witness to violence in Sumner County. The Center has a unique partnership with the District Attorney!€™s Office, The Department of Children!€™s Services, Sumner County Law Enforcement jurisdictions and Juvenile Court. Services include counseling in the form of therapeutic interventions for individuals and/or families who are coping with the trauma arising from child abuse including physical abuse and sexual abuse; individual child therapy is offered to child effected; forensic interviews in case of suspected abuse; advocacy services to families throughout the investigative and/or court process which links families with other needed services available in the community; and training and community education to prevent and recognize child abuse.

Hours:

Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Intake Process:

Call for appointment

Program Fees:

No Fee

Eligibility:

Families and children that have experienced child abuse or organizations requesting speakers on the subject.

Is Shelter?

No

Date of Official Change:

August 13, 2024

Legal Status:

Nonprofit (Incorporated)