Child Advocacy Center of Niagara
Childhood is meant to be a time when children can learn, grow and explore the world knowing they are loved and protected. Unfortunately, for many children, their childhood is filled with experiences of abuse that can leave deep and lasting emotional wounds. … Continue reading
February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM). This month gives us a powerful opportunity to shine a light on unhealthy behaviors that many teens silently endure in relationships. As well as an opportunity to promote healthy, respectful connections.
What is Teen Dating Violence? … Continue reading
What Is Human Sex Trafficking?
Human sex trafficking is a form of abuse where a person is coerced, manipulated, or forced into engaging in sexual acts or the creation of sexual content for someone else’s benefit. When the victim is a child or youth under 18, … Continue reading
When a child has experienced abuse, their world can feel unsafe, unpredictable, and overwhelming. Healing is possible but it takes patience, compassion, and consistency to rebuild their sense of safety, trust, and self-worth.
Here are some thoughtful, practical ways caregivers can support children on their journey to healing. … Continue reading
The holidays are upon us and while this time of year brings lots of excitement and wonder, it may also bring about hidden dangers. With school breaks, travel, and more time spent in different environments, children may be in situations where abuse could occur and where warning signs might be missed. … Continue reading
Having a sick little one can be a challenging time for the family. Sick babies tend to have a harder time sleeping and staying asleep. This makes it an easy time for caregivers to ease up on their safe sleep plan, … Continue reading
October is almost here, and that means it’s Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM)—a time to come together, support survivors, and shine a light on an issue that’s often kept in the dark.
When people hear “domestic violence,” they often think of physical abuse, … Continue reading
Abusive Head Trauma is a serious and preventable injury that happens when a baby’s head is shaken violently or suffers blunt impact. It can cause severe brain damage, lifelong disabilities, or even death. Babies are especially at risk because their neck muscles are weak, … Continue reading
Books can be a wonderful way to help kids learn about body safety, emotions, and healing. Reading books gives caregivers another way to start and have conversations about these topics. Here’s a list of books and tips to make summer reading both fun and meaningful. … Continue reading
June is Internet Safety Month, a time to reflect on how we can navigate the digital world responsibly and safely. Children today are growing up in a world where the internet is everywhere. It’s a great tool for learning, playing, and staying connected, … Continue reading
