Programs & Services

Forensic Interviews

• Conducted in a comfortable and child-friendly environment, ensuring the child 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 and child abusers.
• 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.

The reliable videotaped statements that are obtained during the forensic interviews are powerful evidence that will hold up in court, helping prosecutors obtain convictions against sexual predators and child abusers.

Medical Evaluations

• Physical exams are conducted by medical specialists at Edward Hospital in Naperville using state-of-the-art technology.
• Consultations are available with medical specialists worldwide utilizing a digital colposcope.

Counseling

• Services are available at no cost for children and non-offending family members at our Center.
• Referrals for additional counseling resources are offered.

Paws 4 Kids

• In 2012, the Will County Children's Advocacy Center launched a new program that offers furry friendship and canine comfort to children who have suffered the trauma of sexual abuse.

• The first dog to work with the children is Jackson, a 3-year-old, 63-pound Labrador Retriever that is licensed through Therapy Dog International. He is available to welcome children upon their arrival at the Children's Advocacy Center, and he keep them company while preparations are made for the interview. Jackson is not in the room when children are interviewed, but he stays and plays with siblings and even their parents or caregivers while they wait for an interview to conclude.
• A Paws Pal like Jackson helps ease the stress and provides some much-needed comfort to children and families.
• For information on Paws 4 Kids program, call the Will County Children's Advocacy Center at (815) 774-4565.

Other Services

• Crime Victims Compensation Assistance
• Court Advocacy
• General Follow-up Services
• Community Resources Referrals

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.