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Posted 04/25/2012 by Childhelp
Talking about abuse can be a difficult subject to breach with children. However, like many important discussions, it’s not something to wait to talk about until it comes up on its own. Read More »
Posted 04/18/2012 by Childhelp
Every day five children die because of abuse and neglect. At Childhelp, our goal is to see that number drop to ZERO. Here are ten ways you can help us do just that: Read More »
Posted 04/11/2012 by Childhelp Hotline Counselor
A concerned teacher called the Hotline for a consultation about a student in her class at school. The young child was autistic and non-verbal. Read More »
Posted 04/04/2012 by Childhelp
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, and the first Wednesday of April is Childhelp National Day of Hope.
On this day, we light a five-wick candle and remember the five children who die every day in the United States due to child abuse and neglect. Read More »
Posted 03/28/2012 by Childhelp
his year’s Capitol CAREaoke will feature recording artist and American Idol winner, Jordin Sparks and 10-year-old prodigy violinist, Brianna Kahane, as well as a variety of celebrities and television personalities. Read More »
Posted 03/21/2012 by Written by Jazmin Villegas, Advocacy Center Reception
If I could make the smallest bit of a difference in a child’s life, whether it’s greeting them, putting a smile on their face, or holding their hand as I walk them into the playroom I have already accomplished so much more than I hoped for. Read More »
Posted 03/15/2012 by Childhelp
A 12 year old female called the hotline quite distressed (very tearful, nervous). She had seen the Hotline number on a poster. Read More »
Posted 03/12/2012 by Childhelp
Starting today and ending March 26th, we have partnered with SelflessTee to bring you a fashion-forward, thought-provoking t-shirt that is designed to inspire conversations and attract attention to the cause. Read More »
Posted 03/07/2012 by Mike Salazar
A Childhelp counselor speaks with us about what it's like to fight child abuse on the front lines, the rewards and challenges of the job, and where he is able to find strength for such an emotionally taxing profession. Read More »
Posted 02/29/2012 by Childhelp
Last week we asked our Facebook and Twitter followers what advice they would give to a stressed parent and the feedback we received was wonderful. Read More »
Posted 02/22/2012 by Yvonne Vo, Childhelp Wings Ambassador
For a long time, I have wanted to be a part of something beyond myself, that I know can make a difference in lives, and Childhelp Wings was exactly it. Read More »
Posted 02/15/2012 by Childhelp
In honor of Valentine’s Day this week, we thought we’d share some of our favorite quotes about love. Read More »
Posted 02/08/2012 by Childhelp
Advice is a funny thing. On one hand, it can be incredibly easy to dole out, almost too easy, especially for situations we know only a little about. Read More »
Posted 02/01/2012 by Megan McCarter Cates, Childhelp Therapist
I’ve been a therapist at the Childhelp Children’s Center of East Tennessee for one year and a half, and I LOVE my job. Read More »
Posted 01/31/2012 by Childhelp
2011 brought many great things to Childhelp. We wanted to highlight some of our favorite and thank all of our supporters, friends and Childhelp family. Read More »
Posted 01/25/2012 by Pamela A. Dickey
Director of the Childhelp Children's Center of East Tennessee discusses the child abuse prevention and treatment programs provided by the Center and details the rewards of her job. Read More »
Posted 01/23/2012 by Childhelp
Last weekend, Childhelp held its largest fundraising event of the year at Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Event, with the Drive the Dream Gala. Read More »
Posted 01/11/2012 by Nicole Bajoie
An Inside look with a Childhelp Forensics Interviewer: "The cases that make the news are a minute percent of what we hear, see and try to prevent from reoccurring on a daily basis." Read More »
Posted 01/04/2012 by Laurie Roberts, Columnist for The Arizona Republic
Central to the plan is a proposal to create a new unit of investigators outside of CPS, people with either law enforcement experience or specialized training in how to recognize a crime scene. Read More »
Posted 12/28/2011 by Childhelp
Want to know how Childhelp celebrated Christmas this year? Take a look at this slideshow of photos and handmade Christmas cards from the villages: Read More »