A victim advocate will guide a child and their family member/s through each step of their visit at Kids FIRST. They will also provide referrals and answer questions families have.
A child-friendly interview conducted by a trained forensic interview specialist. Interviews are recorded to help reduce the number of times a child has to tell their story.
It may be appropriate for a child to be examined by a specially trained physician. The physician determines the child's medical and emotional needs, and gathers evidence.
mental health
Kids FIRST is in the process of structuring and implementing a mental health program at its new center. We are thrilled to request the support of the community at this time for funding this project.
To date, we have received financial support from the following agencies:
Windermere Real Estate
mental health
Kids FIRST is in the process of structuring and implementing a mental health program at its new center. We are thrilled to request the support of the community at this time for funding this project.
To date, we have received financial support from the following agencies:
Windermere Real Estate
mental health
Kids FIRST is in the process of structuring and implementing a mental health program at its new center. We are thrilled to request the support of the community at this time for funding this project.
To date, we have received financial support from the following agencies:
Windermere Real Estate
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Minor Rights in Oregon
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Kids FIRST Notice of Privacy Practices
Minor Rights in Oregon
If a child's case is accepted for review at the District Attorney's Office, Kids FIRST hosts grand jury on-site for the child and their family in a safe and familiar setting.
Mental health is a new program coming to Kids FIRST in 2021! Our goal is to reduce wait times for children that will benefit from specialized trauma informed therapy.
As the regional provider for northwest Oregon, Kids FIRST is eager to offer support and peer review to neighboring CACs and community partners.
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April 2026
Child Abuse Prevention Month
Talking about child abuse is a tough conversation, and potentially one of the most important in a child's life.
It's why Kids FIRST uses Child Abuse Prevention Month each April to raise awareness about such an important issue. Last fiscal year, Kids FIRST served 800 children with intervention services after they've experienced abuse and neglect. Our goal is that by continuing to talk about how to prevent child abuse and help provide support to children who have navigated one of the most traumatic moments of their lives, that more kids can feel safe, cared for, and happy.
Child Abuse Prevention Month Activities
Learn.
Take this opportunity to learn online safety tips, how to report suspected abuse, and more. See our Child Abuse Prevention Tips below.
Listen.
Check out our April episodes of Hope in Practice, the official podcast of Kids FIRST where we dig deeper into the topic.
Show Your Support.
Get the Gear
Download our Child Abuse Awareness Month poster to hang in your business or organization. Spread the word.
Run a Fundraiser
Want to run a fundraiser? Contact us! We'd love to share your care with the community.
Fri. April 1 - Wear Blue Day
Wear blue and encourage friends, family members, and co-workers to wear blue and raise awareness about Child Abuse Prevention Month. Grab a photo of your team and share it with us on social media! We'd love to shout you out.
Wed. April 8 - Oakshire Inspire Pint for Kids
Oakshire Brewing, 207 Madison Street
11am-10 pm
$1 per pint purchased goes to Kids FIRST
Sat. April 28 - Dine for Kids FIRST
McMenamins High Street Brewery & Cafe
5-11 pm
Half of the price of any purchase will be donated to Kids FIRST. Dine-in only.
Participate.
Donate.
Consider joining KF Circle - the monthly giving club for Kids FIRST. Or make your springtime gift to support the intervention work Kids FIRST provides.