A victim advocate will guide a child and their family member/s through each step of their visit at Kids FIRST. They will also provide referrals and answer questions families have.
A child-friendly interview conducted by a trained forensic interview specialist. Interviews are recorded to help reduce the number of times a child has to tell their story.
It may be appropriate for a child to be examined by a specially trained physician. The physician determines the child's medical and emotional needs, and gathers evidence.
mental health
Kids FIRST is in the process of structuring and implementing a mental health program at its new center. We are thrilled to request the support of the community at this time for funding this project.
To date, we have received financial support from the following agencies:
Windermere Real Estate
mental health
Kids FIRST is in the process of structuring and implementing a mental health program at its new center. We are thrilled to request the support of the community at this time for funding this project.
To date, we have received financial support from the following agencies:
Windermere Real Estate
mental health
Kids FIRST is in the process of structuring and implementing a mental health program at its new center. We are thrilled to request the support of the community at this time for funding this project.
To date, we have received financial support from the following agencies:
Windermere Real Estate
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Kids FIRST Notice of Privacy Practices
Minor Rights in Oregon
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Kids FIRST Notice of Privacy Practices
Minor Rights in Oregon
If a child's case is accepted for review at the District Attorney's Office, Kids FIRST hosts grand jury on-site for the child and their family in a safe and familiar setting.
Mental health is a new program coming to Kids FIRST in 2021! Our goal is to reduce wait times for children that will benefit from specialized trauma informed therapy.
As the regional provider for northwest Oregon, Kids FIRST is eager to offer support and peer review to neighboring CACs and community partners.
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Reporting Abuse
We recognize that reporting abuse can be a scary and uncomfortable situation. However, you can be a voice for a child. If you're concerned that a child may be experiencing abuse, we encourage you to call the child abuse hotline and make a report. Reporting doesn't take long and it could save a child from further injury and/or trauma.
Call Today: 1-855-503-SAFE (7233)
If a child has made a disclosure to you
1. Make sure to respond calmly and do not ask lots of questions.
2. Listen, support, and acknowledge what they have told you.
3. Assure them that you will help keep them safe.
4. Report the abuse immediately to one of the following agencies:
Child Abuse Hotline: 1-855-503-7233
Law Enforcement: 911