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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Finanzas y documentos
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Current Episode
Human Trafficking Awareness Month
January 14, 2026 | 26 min
Guest Katie Gregory, the Trafficking Intervention Coordinator for the Lane County Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children Taskforce and Kids FIRST, joins Cortney share what trafficking is, how it shows up in Lane County, and what you and community members can do to help combat it.
Past Episodes
Episode 11: Holiday Safety for Children with Trauma
December 3, 2025 | 24 min
Children who have already experienced trauma may need a little more support during the holidays. Cortney and Corina offer a few strategies to help you and your child navigate the season.
Episode 10: Holiday Safety
November 19, 2025 | 15 min
The holidays can be an exciting or stressful time for you and your family. It's also a time when we see more reports of domestic violence and child abuse. These tips can help you keep your family safe and reduce the risk of child abuse.
Episode 9: Discipline & Spanking
November 5, 2025 | 25 min
Is spanking considered abuse? What are the consequences of physical punishments? Cortney and Corina share alternative ways to intervene with a child who is misbehaving.
Episode 8: Online Safety
October 22, 2025 | 26 min
Between sexting, cyberbulling, AI, and more, it can be hard to keep up with online spaces. This episode will give you some tips that can help your child or teen stay safe.
Read More: Resources for Parents, Educators & Communities (MissingKids.org/Netsmartz)
Episode 7: Talking to Kids About Sex & Healthy Sexuality
October 8, 2025 | 26 min
What does sexual development look like at different stages of childhood? Cortney and Corina discuss what topics to discuss with your kids, when to approach those conversations, and how to have them.
Episode 6: Talking to Your Teen About Sex
September 24, 2025 | 28 min
That oh-so-awkward "sex talk" doesn't have to be. Learn strategies for talking about sex with your teenager, including what to say, what not to say, and how to approach tricky topics like consent and pornography.
Read More: What Should I Teach My High School-Aged Teen About Sex & Sexuality (plannedparenthood.org)
Episode 5: What is Grooming?
September 10, 2025 | 25 min
What are the stages, warning signs, and risk factors for sexual grooming? In this episode, Cortney and Corina discuss how sex offenders find, choose, and prepare victims for sexual abuse.
Read more: What is Grooming? (Bravehearts.org)
Episode 4: What Happens After An Alleged Abuse Report is Made?
August 27, 2025 | 32 min
When a report of child abuse is made, an investigation begins. In this episode, Cortney and Corina walk through the steps that Child Welfare, law enforcement agencies, and the District Attorney's office take next.
Episode 3: What To Do When A Child Discloses Abuse to You
August 13, 2025 | 23 min
When a child discloses they've experienced or witnessed abuse to you, know the steps to take next, including how to gather information and who to call.
Resource: Oregon Child Abuse Hotline - 855-503-7233
The hotline operates 24/7 and will direct reports made to the appropriate county.
Episode 2: What is Child Abuse?
July 29, 2025 | 28 min
There are different types of child abuse. What are they? We'll talk about the kinds of child abuse defined by the State of Oregon.
Read more: Understanding Child Abuse - What it is and what it isn't
Episode 1: What is a Children's Advocacy Center?
July 16, 2025 | 24 min
Kids FIRST is the children's advocacy center for Lane County, Oregon. In this first episode, Cortney and Corina go over what a CAC does, and what a visit to Kids FIRST usually looks for the children and families we serve.