Programs and Services Child friendly facilities in each county The Center operates full service offices in Pekin, Eureka and Havana. Each location has a family waiting area, team observation room and interview room equipped with closed circuit access. Interview rooms feature recording equipment, allowing audio and DVD/videotape recording of each child interview. Specially trained child interviewers Each county has trained forensic interviewers available to provide forensic interviews of children ages 3-17. Advocacy for child victims and their supportive caregivers The Center’s Case Managers and Family Advocate assists families during the investigative and prosecution of the case. Case Management including court preparation for child victims Center staff works with county state’s attorney to assure children are ready for court procedures. Free on site crisis counseling Crisis counseling, provided by licensed therapists, is available in Pekin and Eureka. Arrangements for 6 to 8 sessions are flexible and set at the family’s convenience. These services are free of charge for clients, and funded by grants and donations. Referrals for medical examinations The Center partners with Pediatric Resource Center in Peoria for child abuse medical examinations. These exams are provided by trained nurse practitioners and physicians with extensive training in physical abuse and sexual abuse exams. Linkage to community resources Center staff have knowledge of local agencies that help families and provides assistance in accessing programs and services. Coordinating multidisciplinary team Multidisciplinary team members meet regularly to discuss cases. Center staff coordinate these meetings and provide updates to team members and supportive family members. School prevention and community education Prevention education programs are available for preschool and early elementary children, utilizing body safety strategies. Center staff also welcomes opportunities to educate community members on child abuse issues.