Support Groups

Interdisciplinary coordination of services for child abuse victims and child abuse investigations, including assessment, support and intervention for child abuse victims and their families; research, consultation, training and education on child abuse prevention, recognition, intervention, traumaIn partnership with Children"s Aid Society of Toronto, Catholic Children"s Aid Society of Toronto, Native Child and Family Services of Toronto, Jewish Family and Child, Toronto Police Service, Radius Child and Youth Services, and Hospital for Sick Children Suspected Child Abuse and Neglect Program (see separate listings)Child Abuse ProtocolEstablishes guidelines for coordinated investigations, prosecutions and case management of child abuse casesAssessment Directed TherapyIndividual trauma assessments for children 4-17 years who have been abused or have experienced trauma due to violence; includes child-focused, family-centred, strength-based therapy, and adolescent and parent/caregiver support groups facilitation of interagency responsesChild Victim Witness SupportIndividual court preparation and support for witnesses 3-17 years and supporting adults prior to criminal court proceedings; Boost Accredited Reliable K9s (BARK) program available to children and youth requiring additional support while accessing CVWS program in Toronto and Peterborough