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.
HIPPA Policies
HIPAA Policies
Safety Starts with Conversation
Kids FIRST provides a variety of free downloadable resources designed to support any adult who works with or cares for children. We also offer materials created specifically for children and teens.
Resources for Adults
Child Abuse 101
Understanding child abuse: What it is – and what it isn’t
Helpful Websites
National Center for Missing & Exploited Children
Recursos Para Adultos en Español
Seguridad En Línea
La sextorsión: Lo que los padres deben saber
Seguridad para adolescentes en los medios sociales
PROTEJA A SUS HIJOS EN LÍNEA 2.0
Jugar Videojuegos de Forma Segura
Hablando con los acerca del Adolescente Sexting
General
Cómo ser un adulto de confianza
Recursos alternativos para padres por edades de desarrollo
la Salud Mental
Línea 988 de Prevención del Suicidio y Crisis
Resources for kids and teens
Online Safety
Helpful Sites
is a free, confidential helpline and website for youth and young adults (ages 14-21) to ask questions about sexual feelings, thoughts, behaviors, and relationships in a safe, non-judgmental space
Love is Respect (Loveisrespect.org)
is the national resource to disrupt and prevent unhealthy relationships and intimate partner violence by empowering young people through inclusive and equitable education, support, and resources.
Recursos para niños y adolescentes
Online Safety
Enviaste Un Mensaje De Texto Con Contenido Sexual. ¿ Y Ahora Qué?
Sitios útiles
es un espacio seguro para que jóvenes de 14 a 21 años aprendan y pregunten sobre sus sentimientos, pensamientos y comportamientos sexuales. Este sitio web, nuestro chat, mensajes de texto, correo electrónico y línea telefónica de ayuda son recursos gratuitos y confidenciales que ofrecen información y consejos útiles y precisos sobre comportamientos sexuales seguros.
Love is Respect (Loveisrespect.org)
es el recurso nacional para interrumpir y prevenir relaciones poco saludables y la violencia entre parejas, empoderando a los jóvenes mediante una educación, apoyo y recursos inclusivos y equitativos.