Because of the realization that there is a need for individuals to work together to help abused children, The Gingerbread House began with the formation of the Board of Directors in 1998.
The inter-agency commitment to the cooperative approach allowed The Gingerbread house to open its doors for service in December 1999.
The Gingerbread House is a safe place for child victims of abuse. The organization's "child-friendly" atmosphere offers a comprehensive program to improve the investigation of sexual and physical child abuse while making the investigation process less traumatic.
Currently, The Gingerbread House, like many communities across the United States, is faced with the
terrible reality that many of our children are sexually and physically abused.
The Gingerbread House serves:
*Child Victims of sexual and physical abuse in Ellis County.
*Non-offending family members.
The Gingerbread House provides a non-threatening atmosphere
for the investigation of sexual and physical abuse.
Team Investigation:
Each Child's case is managed by a highly trained multi-agency team:
police investigator, CPS worker, Assistant District Attorney, mental health counselor and consulting physician.
Interviews:
Each interview is conducted with an emphasis on the child's comfort, minimal number
of interviews and proper evidence collection.
Training/Education:
The Gingerbread House provides multi-displinary training to professionals
whose job related duties affect the physical and emotional protection and treatment of children.
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