VA HR180

Commends SafeSpot Children's Advocacy Center of Fairfax County, a nonprofit providing free services to child victims of sexual and severe physical abuse and their non-offending family members

Recognizes SafeSpot's use of the nationally recognized Children's Advocacy Center model, which offers trauma-informed, coordinated responses to child abuse allegations in a supportive environment

Highlights the multidisciplinary team approach involving law enforcement, prosecution, social services, medical and mental health professionals, victim assistance, and child advocates

Acknowledges services provided including forensic interviews, medical evaluations, trauma-focused therapy, family advocacy, case management, and crisis intervention at no cost

Directs the Clerk of the House of Delegates to prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation to SafeSpot