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Victim Sensitive Interviews:
- Conducted in a victim sensitive and child-friendly environment, ensuring the victim is comfortable with his / her surroundings.
- Conducted in a neutral, non-suggestive atmosphere ensuring the integrity of the child’s statement necessary to convict dangerous child sexual. predators.
- Conducted by skilled forensic professionals dedicated to helping children in need.
- Conducted pursuant to a uniform protocol.
- Conducted with the assistance of a multidisciplinary team: the State’s Attorney’s Office, police agency, the Department of Children & Family Services, Will County Children’s Advocacy Center and medical facility if appropriate.
Medical Evaluations:
- Physical exams conducted by medical specialists at participating local area hospitals using state-of-the-art medical technology.
- Consultation available with medical specialists worldwide utilizing digital colposcope.
Counseling:
- Services are available at no cost for children and non-offending family members.
- Referrals for additional counseling resources are offered.
Other Services:
- Crime Victims Compensation Assistance
- Court Advocacy
- General Follow-up Services
- Community Resources Referrals
- Bilingual Services
Education:
State’s Attorney Glasgow and child advocacy professionals are available for presentations to increase community awareness and for the prevention of child sexual and physical abuse.
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