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- EIN 61-1221470
- (859) 225-5437
- 162 N Ashland Ave Lexington KY 40502-1509 USA
- www.kykids.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Human Services, Victims Services
Mission: The center coordinates the investigation and treatment of the most serious cases of child abuse in the bluerass region. All services are provided in a nurturing, friendly and safe environment at no cost to a child's family.
Programs: Medical examanations:-exams are conducted to diagnose and treat injury, collect forensic evidence, and provide reassurance to every child and family. -all exams take place in a bright, child-friendly clinic by a board certified child abuse pediatrician. -137 children received essential medical examinations and 134 mental health screenings were conducted during fiscal year 2017.
victim assistance:-family advocates provide a broad array of support services designed to help families understand the dynamics of abuse and navigate the complicated legal process. -crisis counseling, support groups, and case management services meet every family's unique needs. -701 caregivers received support and crisis counseling during fiscal year 2017. -trauma-focused therapy services promote emotional healing after abuse. -individual, group, and family therapy increases coping skills and reduces the occurence of re-traumatization. -609 individual therapy sessions for child victims of sexual abuse were conducted during fiscal year 2017.
forensic interviews:-the center employs specially trained interviewers who are experts in talking to children in crisis. -the developmentally sensitive interviews follow legally defensible, best practice models. -752 children received forensic interviews during fiscal year 2017.