Thank you to the dedicated volunteers of Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Middlesex County County for coming out on a cold night to learn about preventing, recognizing, and reporting child abuse through our KNOW & TELL training! One participant provided this feedback: "Know and Tell training is the best of its kind I've attended during my work with youth since 1997." This interactive, 2.5 hour training is free to participants, and covers a variety of important subject areas including signs and symptoms of child abuse and neglect, steps adults can take to keep children safe, online dangers and safety precautions, what to do if a child discloses to you that they are being abused, how to make a report to the child abuse hotline, and what happens after a report is made. It is appropriate for all adults who work or interact with children, and particularly appropriate for youth-serving organizations. To schedule a training for your group or organization, email [email protected].

Do you need to make changes to your child support or timesharing order? We have the ultimate guide, presented by one of our child support experts, available below ?? https://lnkd.in/edaiq6R5

New publication??When a child experiences abuse or harm online it can be challenging to know the best way to respond. My team’s latest publication shares insights on responses to children experiencing online harm and abuse. This uses data from contacts to Childline and NSPCC Helpline in 23/24. By understanding the responses children are receiving we can better understand what a “good” response looks like. You might have seen it in NSPCC Learning’s CASPAR newsletter today or you can read it in full on the NSPCC Learning website. https://lnkd.in/emQPbAiW #ChildSafetyOnline #Insights #OnlineSafety #Childline #NSPCC

You can be a safe adult in a child's life. Start with these six steps when a child discloses harm: Listen without judgment, believe them, reassure them, report the harm, provide ongoing support, and take care of yourself. Let's do our part to keep our children safe! #ChildAbuseAwarenessMonth #ChildSafety #BeASafeAdult https://lnkd.in/gyK2YMtx

???????? ???? ?????? ???????? ???? ????: ???????????????? ?? ?????????????? ???? ???????????? ??????????????, ?????? ?????? ??????. ????-?????????????? While it is important for Mandated Reporters to understand their role in recognizing and reporting abuse, expanding their scope to that of Mandated Supporter empowers them to be proactive in their response against child abuse and neglect. The concept of Mandated Supporters replaces family surveillance with a variety of supportive responses to bolster and nurture family well-being. This presentation will help participants better understand strategies to connect families to resources and support to reduce ‘family overwhelm’ and prevent child abuse and neglect. Training Objectives: o Understand the shared responsibility for child well-being o Learn how Overwhelm contributes to reports of child abuse and neglect o Reflect on assumptions about families and encourage a strength-based approach o Discover tools to create a culture of support o Brainstorm ways to engage families who may need support Register: Tinyurl.com/PCAGAwebinar

???????? ???? ?????? ???????? ???? ????: ???????????????? ?? ?????????????? ???? ???????????? ??????????????, ?????? ?????? ??????. ????-?????????????? While it is important for Mandated Reporters to understand their role in recognizing and reporting abuse, expanding their scope to that of Mandated Supporter empowers them to be proactive in their response against child abuse and neglect. The concept of Mandated Supporters replaces family surveillance with a variety of supportive responses to bolster and nurture family well-being. This presentation will help participants better understand strategies to connect families to resources and support to reduce ‘family overwhelm’ and prevent child abuse and neglect. Training Objectives: o Understand the shared responsibility for child well-being o Learn how Overwhelm contributes to reports of child abuse and neglect o Reflect on assumptions about families and encourage a strength-based approach o Discover tools to create a culture of support o Brainstorm ways to engage families who may need support Register: Tinyurl.com/PCAGAwebinar

The safety and well-being of children and youth is everyone’s responsibility, and as someone who works and interacts with young people on a regular basis, you have a particularly important role to play. Whether you’re a sports coach, day home or daycare professional, camp counsellor, library staff, or any kind of volunteer or professional who works directly with children and youth, by learning how to recognize signs of abuse and what to do about it, you are taking an important step in keeping them safe. Our Recognizing, Reporting, and Responding to Child Abuse video will help you recognize signs of abuse and know what to do if you suspect a child is experiencing abuse at home, and what to expect once you report your suspicions to Children and Family Services. Watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/gTgtMrnX

?? Questions to ask before leaving your child with someone ?? As child abuse rates in Kentucky remain higher than the national average, keeping children healthy and safe is every person’s priority. If you’re raising kids, are a caregiver for kids or spend time around kids — make a plan for how to deal with challenging times that are bound to happen. Here’s what you can do: https://lnkd.in/ejiPwvnt

?? April is Child Abuse Prevention Month! ?? At ATTACh, we're committed to protecting children from abuse and neglect by providing support, education, and resources to caregivers, professionals, and communities. Join us in raising awareness and taking action to prevent child abuse. Here's how you can get involved: 1. Educate Yourself: Learn about the signs of child abuse and neglect, trauma, and attachment challenges. Knowledge is key to recognizing and responding to potential cases of abuse. 2. Spread Awareness: Share information about child abuse prevention, trauma-informed care, and attachment-focused interventions with your network. Use your voice to advocate for the protection of children. 3. Support Families: Offer resources and support to families affected by trauma and attachment challenges. Connect them with services and interventions that can help strengthen their parenting skills and support their children's well-being. 4. Attend ATTACh Trainings: Participate in our trainings to deepen your understanding of trauma and attachment challenges and learn effective strategies for supporting children and families. Together, we can create safer and more nurturing environments where all children can thrive. #ChildAbusePreventionMonth #ProtectOurChildren #EndChildAbuse Together, let's make a difference! ??

How can parents and coaches determine when a child’s concussion needs professional attention? This Australian app thinks it has the solution. Created with the backing of the AFL, HeadCheck helps worried parents, coaches and first aiders monitor symptoms in children following a minor head injury or concussion. According to their research, around a third of parents claim to not know enough about concussions. Is this a good idea for improving access to resources and raising awareness? #concussion #tbi #childrenshealth #firstaid