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Council for Children's Rights
https://cit.mecknc.gov/resources/Child-and-Adolescent/Council-For-Children-Rights
Provides advocacy for children, delinquency defense, mental health representation, custody advocacy, Guardian ad Litem, Special Education Representation, research and policy, and community awareness.
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DSS - Child Protective Services
https://cit.mecknc.gov/Resources/Child-and-Adolescent/DSS-Child-Protective-Services
Hotline for reporting child abuse or neglect.
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Monarch SECU Youth Crisis Center
https://cit.mecknc.gov/Resources/Child-and-Adolescent/Monarch-SECU-Youth-Crisis-Center
Provides short-term stabilization for an acute psychiatric episode in a secure setting for both children and teens between the ages of 6-17 who are in a mental health or substance use crisis.
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Pat's Place
https://cit.mecknc.gov/Resources/Child-and-Adolescent/Pats-Place
Child Advocacy Center which provides forensic interviews, counseling, and support groups for children and their families who have experienced domestic violence, human trafficking, and sexual abuse.
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Teen Health Connection
https://cit.mecknc.gov/Resources/Child-and-Adolescent/Teen-Health-Connection
Providing medical and mental healthcare and prevention and health education services for adolescents ages 11-25.
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Thompson Child and Family Focus
https://cit.mecknc.gov/Resources/Child-and-Adolescent/Thompson-Child-and-Family-Focus
Provides clinical and prevention services for children and families across the Carolinas. The nonprofit agency empowers children and families through therapy, education and prevention-based care.
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Time Out Youth (LGBTQIA Center)
https://cit.mecknc.gov/Resources/Child-and-Adolescent/Time-Out-Youth-LGBTQIA
Offers a safe space for LGBTQIA youth and allies. Center programs include Drop-In Space, Discussion Groups, Supports, youth and parent support, Friday Night Fun, Special Events and Social Activities.
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CMPD Youth Diversion Program
https://cit.mecknc.gov/Resources/Child-and-Adolescent/cmpd-youth-diversion-program
Provides alternative to arrest while maintaining accountability for delinquent acts and providing appropriate support to redirect behavior.
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Roof Above (Urban Ministries) Day Services Center
https://cit.mecknc.gov/resources/Homeless-Crisis/Roof-Above-Urban-Ministries
An interfaith nonprofit agency that helps provide safe, affordable housing for those in need.
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Salvation Army Center of Hope (Women and Children Shelter)
https://cit.mecknc.gov/resources/Homeless-Crisis/Salvation-Army-Center-of-Hope
The Salvation Army Center of Hope & Family Shelter programs are designed to provide emergency or transitional housing to families in need.