They are referred for services by Children's Protective Services, law enforcement, or the district attorney's office.
 

They are greeted by a volunteer who helps to create a safe and nurturing environment by interacting with the
child in a play area, putting them at ease while waiting. A forensic interviewer interviews the child in a
child-friendly room while representatives from partner agencies view the interview in an adjoining room.
 

Specially trained interviewers provide an environment that is safe and non-threatening where they can gather
information from the child in ways that are developmentally appropriate for each child. Interviews are recorded

so, hopefully, the child only has to tell their story once.
 

Nothing – families treated at the Center receive services (including therapy) free of charge.
 

The Center coordinates the child's case among all the partner agencies including CPS, law enforcement,
and the District Attorney's office to ensure that the case gets the benefit of a timely, coordinated approach.
Cases are routinely staffed with partner agencies to ensure that the investigations remain child focused.