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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Kids FIRST Notice of Privacy Practices
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.
HIPPA Policies
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Wed, Sep 10
|Ninkasi Better Living Room
Understanding Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children in Lane County: A Service Provider Conversation
Discover What CSEC Looks Like in Our Community
Time & Location
Sep 10, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Ninkasi Better Living Room, 155 Blair Blvd, Eugene, OR 97402
About the event
Discover What CSEC Looks Like in Our Community
This important event will feature a powerful panel discussion with voices from law enforcement, child welfare, a lived experience expert, and other members of the Lane County CSEC Task Force. Together, they will share their unique insights into the realities of Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC) in our community.
Service providers will gain a deeper understanding of CSEC and learn how to more effectively support and advocate for affected youth.
5pm - 6pm: Social Hour / Appetizers Provided
6pm - 8pm: Panel
Who will be speaking?
Florence Mackey, FBI Victim Specialist
Mackenzie Neel, Juvenile Counselor, Lane County Youth Services
Corey J. Rood, MD, FAAP, Child Abuse Pediatrician and Medical Director, Kids FIRST
Marlene Polleri, Advocacy Program Manager, Kids FIRST
Zori Cook, Senior Deputy District Attorney, Lane County’s District Attorney’s Office
Melissa Erickson, Child Welfare Caseworker, Oregon Department of Human Services
Melissa Olson, Lived Experience Expert
Detective, Eugene Police Department
There will be no photographs or videos during the event. This event is for 18+ as we will be discussing sensitive topics.