Franklin-Williamson "CAC"

Hello everyone, this is Hilary Chandler with the Franklin-Williamson Child Advocacy Center, AKA the "CAC ". This time in the newsletter you will find out about ways to help the CAC, find out about upcoming fall fundraisers, see some building updates and meet our newest employee! We hope you enjoy reading a little update from us!

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We are dedicated to serving the best interests of children who have been sexually or physically abused. We, at the Center, are their voice.

We Believe:

-All children should be free of abuse and neglect.

-All children should have the opportunity to develop to their fullest potential in a safe and loving environment.

-It is in the best interest of abused children to have collaboration among agencies working on their behalf.

-It is important to educate the public on issues of child abuse and neglect.

We would like to introduce all of you to our newest team member here at the CAC, Elaina Scerena! Elaina was hired in August as a Child Advocate! Elaina has been here a few weeks now and is learning more about her role as an advocate everyday. When asked about what Elaina enjoys most about her job so far Elaina stated "What I enjoy most about working for the CAC is having the ability to help improve the lives of people in my community". We are so glad that Elaina is apart of our team!

The front lawn at the CAC got a makeover in August! David Little is a local Eagle Scout who designed a flag especially for the FWCAC, installed a new flag pole and built a flower garden in our front yard! David had help from his family members and many friends, including, Cindy Aschemann, JD and Mary Jo McElyea, Keegan Webber and family, and CT Coello and family. Donations were made by: Woodman of America and Marine Corps League Detachemnt SI Leathernecks. David and friends worked very hard on this project and the CAC is so thankful for their hard work and dedication to this project! Join us at the CAC on October 11th at 4:00 PM for the dedication ceremony. Check out all of the pictures below that show the progress of the project! Thanks again, David, for thinking of the CAC!

Here at the CAC we are always in need of donations, whether that be a monetary donation, a donation of time to be a board member, a donation of talents, or a donation of snacks!

We provide snacks for all of the children who come to our office for counseling as well as snacks for children after they complete their forensic interview. Juice boxes, individual bags of snacks, granola bars, mini bottles of water, and fruit snacks are always very appreciated.

If you are handy with tools we could use your talents as well. We always have a "honey-do" list of projects that we hope to get completed and could use your time and talents to do so!

Email: advocate@franklinwilliamsoncac.org
Website: http://www.franklinwilliamsoncac.org
Location: 501 South 14th Street, Herrin, IL, USA
Phone: 618-942-3800

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