Adult:
Download the 12 page document providing websites and other resources offering support and help.
Adolescent:
Information based on the youth population that provides engagement of youth as well as implementation of programs. Topics include adolescent health, bullying, disabilities, dating violence, etc.
The mission is to raise the standard of care and improve access to services for traumatized children, their families and communities throughout the United States.
Safe Connections’ award-winning, nationally-accredited programs reduce the impact and incidence of domestic and sexual violence through youth education, 24-hour crisis care, and therapy for adult and teen survivors.
Break the Cycle offers an introduction to some of the challenges that young people and service providers face when addressing dating abuse, such as what to say when someone discloses that they have experienced abuse, effective safety planning with young people, and the impact of the law on serving young people.
Children:
The Child Welfare Information Gateway provides information on abuse, neglect, publications, state resources, and additional resources for the multi-disciplinary team.
The Children’s Bureau (CB) focuses on improving the lives of children and families through programs that reduce child abuse and neglect, increase the number of adoptions, and strengthen foster care. Information provided includes; data, research, training, technical resources, and other resources.
Adults engage in respectful, caring behavior with children and other adults to create safe, stable and nurturing relationships for all children. Children grow up free of trauma from any form of violence including sexual abuse and exploitation. Programs offered; Help Services, Prevention Education, Technical Assistance and Training and Prevention Advocacy.