But it does. And turning a blind eye feeds the trauma and allows it to continue. The only way to end child abuse is to not turn away. To not let children navigate the darkness alone. To walk with them, believe them, support them, fight for them, love them, help them, and uplift them. Your generosity assists us in providing a safe haven and a healing journey for young victims of abuse. In Mesa County, well over children a year are harmed by sexual abuse, physical abuse, and other forms of violence.
Abuse is a threat to the physical, emotional, and mental well-being of our children. The Western Slope Center for Children d. By its 25th anniversary, the agency had provided services to more than 20, child victims and their family members. My son was referred to The Center and has been going for a few months. He is so excited to go each week. The whole building is full of love and support. We are always welcomed with no judgement and open arms. They can help you find all sorts of resources for your family.
This is a quiet, safe place to just take a deep breath and know things will get better! The Center for Children is an extremely valuable resource to law enforcement and the only child advocacy center in Mesa County.
Not only do they provide a safe and friendly environment for children to tell their stories one time during a professional forensic interview, but they also provide appropriate services and follow-up for children and their families.
The Center for Children is also comprised of a multi-disciplinary team MDT which allows us all to be on the same page and provide the best outcome for our child victims and their families. From the moment of disclosure, the Center for Children has been a spearhead in the process of getting my child safe and stable.
