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Meet the Intern: Briana
Briana has been interning with us here at the Child Advocacy Center of Lapeer County for the last three months. During her time here, she has experienced a wide range of opportuniti…
A Survivor’s Story: Jenna Quinn
Jenna Quinn is a child sexual abuse survivor, author, TED speaker, and the namesake of Jenna’s Law. In 2009, Jenna’s Law was the first comprehensive child sexual abuse prevention education law that passed in the U.S named after a survivor. It requires that each school district adopt and implement a prevention policy that educates students, teachers, and parents on how to prevent, recognize, and report child sexual abuse. Now, over half the country has passed prevention….
Community Spotlight Member: Leigh Hauxwell
The Child Advocacy Center of Lapeer County (CAC Lapeer) would like to thank Leigh Hauxwell for all that she has contributed to the Center over the years. With her endless support we have continuously been able to provide Lapeer County with education, knowle….
15 Tips to Keeping Kids Safe
Children have the right to be safe. We want to spread awareness to protect children from harm. Below are a some tips for making sure your child is bei
What is Child Advocacy?: A Brief history on Child Advocacy
Child Advocacy consists of individuals, professionals and advocacy organizations who speak out on the best interests of children. An individual or organization engaging in advocacy that seeks to…
Community Spotlight Member: Officer Cevin Brown
The Child Advocacy Center of Lapeer County would like to spotlight Officer Cevin Brown at the Imlay City Police Department. Officer Brown played a vital role in developing the Center into what it is today as he was one of the very first advocates…
What is PTSD? And How Can I Help?
About 70% of adults experience Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), during their lifetime and 1 in 13 adults have PTSD that goes undiagnosed. PTSD is defined by the American Psychology Association as, “A trauma and stress related disorder that may develop after exposure to an event …
July’s Community Spotlight Member
The Child Advocacy Center of Lapeer County would like to spotlight the Watson Family as July’s Community Spotlight Member. Since the Watson family has been involved with the Center, they have volunteere
National Hunger Awareness Month
As a center whose main focus is to care for the well-being of the children, it’s heartbreaking to see families struggling to provide and it’s our point to make a difference, even if it’s just for a moment. When families come to our center, we provide snacks and water, and do everything we can to lead them to the right resources. Below is a list of resources for families to utilize and…
June’s Community Spotlight Member
D/Sgt. Gormley of the Lapeer City Police Department has been working with the Center ever since the CAC was just an idea that was brought to the table. He has served on multi
7th Annual Corkscrews and Brews
A few weeks ago on April 28th, The Child Advocacy Center of Lapeer County hosted our 7th Annual Corkscrews and Brews fundraiser. As a staff, we are so appreciative of everyone who came out to make this night such a big success!
The night was filled with silent auctions, music, wine and beer tasting, live auctions, and community members coming together to support our cause. From beginning to end…
A Survivor’s Story: Elsa Garcia
This past March 2017, we were contacted by Elsa Garcia, previously known as Esther Combs, because as an adult survivor of abuse, she desires to have an impact on her surrounding community. Some of you may know…
