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ADVOCACY ABUSED CHILDREN | AMY SCHULZ CHILD ADVOCACY CENTER

500 Fairfield Road, Mount Vernon, IL 62864

Eligibility

Children and youth ages 3-17 by referral from DCFS or Law Enforcement

Required documents

Call for information

Hours

Mon 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Tue 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Wed 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Thu 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Fri 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
https://www.amycenter.mvn.net/
[email protected]

Languages

English

Application process

Referrals through DCFS and law enforcement only

Fees

None

Service area

Hamilton County, Illinois
Jefferson County, Illinois
Clinton County, Illinois
Marion County, Illinois
Washington County, Illinois
Wayne County, Illinois
Clay County, Illinois

Description

Safe place for children to be interviewed by law enforcement, case workers, or forensic interviewer once abuse has been disclosed. Provides referrals to mental health services and support groups, and follows the case through the legal system. Assists parents in reporting abuse or following up on reports already made. Provides medical exams for sexual assault of children.

Date of Last Formal Update

07/17/2025

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211 Nebraska

Providing organization

AMY SCHULZ CHILD ADVOCACY CENTER

Child advocacy center.